We have an outstanding career opportunity for aDeputy Director of Veteran Affairsto join a leading Company located in theChicago, ILsurrounding area. Job Responsibilities: + Manages Veteran Affairs programming. + Designs, implements and manages an internship program to augment staff and provide additional resources. + Assists in establishing and managing a Veteran Service Officers Corp, which will deploy Veteran Service Officers. + Provides information for assistance to all Veteran residents enabling them to receive benefits and aid to which they may be entitled under law. + Assists with establishing the department's vision and define goals, objectives, and performance metrics. + Collects data, prepares reports, and monitors progress toward the department's goals and objectives. + Assists with the preparation of the annual budget and monitors the financial management of the office . + Monitors relationships with other departments, external service providers and other community stakeholders including outreach efforts. + Hosts county-sponsored Veteran outreach events and represents the County at external outreach events. + Assists in overseeing the Veteran Assistance Commission. + Develops communication tools for the veteran community including newsletters, social media posts, and roundtables. Basic Hiring Criteria: + Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent PLUS two (2) years of prior experience related to managing or coordinating a Veterans Affairs or similar government service program. + Status as a veteran in good standing, in one of the five branches of the United States' Armed Services. + General Knowledge of Federal, state and local Veterans Affairs and/or organizations relating to the assistance of Veterans and their families. + Knowledge of outreach and support methods and techniques. + Knowledge of office management principles, supervisory and training techniques and military branches, positions and ranks. + Skill in financial management and budgetary preparation. + Ability to communicate effectively with tact and courtesy with the general public and in a professional manner either by telephone or in-person . + Ability to act independently making decisions and addressing problems in the absence of the Director of Veterans Affairs. + Ability to manage staff. Desired Qualifications: + Graduation from a college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or other related field PLUS two (2) years' experience managing or coordinating a Veterans Affairs program. VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visithttp://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/orhttps://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/