Director, Dept of Veteran Services, City of Pittsfield

DIRECTOR
DEPARTMENT OF VETERAN SERVICES
The City of Pittsfield is seeking qualified applicants for the Director of Veteran Services position. The Director must
possess knowledge of Ch. 115, Massachusetts General Laws, as most recently amended, and strive to promote the wellbeing
of the veteran community and to advocate on behalf of the veterans. Responsibilities of the Director include but
are not limited to:
 Receive applications for assistance, obtaining proper documentation for favorable action, make proper referrals
of applicants to other agencies (federal, state or city)
 Processing claims for VA hospitalization, medical care, insurance, pension, compensation, burials and any other
federal benefits deemed necessary.
 Organize and direct Memorial Day and Veterans’ Day Activities, as well as all other functions deemed beneficial
to veterans.
 To be appointed Burial Agent for the City in order to maintain accurate records of deceased veterans in our
community.
 Attends meetings/seminars beneficial in the proper disposition of veterans’ claims and meetings of other allied
groups.
 Maintain a cooperative and collaborative relationship with all human service agencies and employers in the
community.
The Director must be a Veteran, and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. In addition, candidate
must have extensive working knowledge to assist, advise, and advocate for veterans and/or their dependents in matters
pertaining to federal benefits obtained through the Department of Veterans’ Assistance. Other qualifications include a
Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field, along with five (5) years’ related experience. Certification as a
Veterans’ Service Officer highly desirable (must obtain this certification within one year of appointment if not already
certified).
Monday-Friday, 8:30AM-4PM
Salary: $48,099
Deadline: Friday, September 12, 2014
Applications are available in the Personnel Office at City Hall, and online at www.cityofpittsfield.org
Applications should include cover letter and resume, and submitted back to:
Personnel Department
City Hall, Room #107
70 Allen Street
Pittsfield, MA 01201
City of Pittsfield is an EEO/AA employer
DEPARTMENT