Veterans Benefits Advisor 1 - Grade 18

Positions in this title can be hired through NY HELPS

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Positions

This title exists in Veterans Services, Department of and has approximately 72 positions.


*The number of positions is approximate and represents the number of positions established (both filled and vacant); it is not an indication or reference to position type or duration, or intent to be filled.

Career Ladder

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Salary Information for Veterans Benefits Advisor Trainee 1
Title Grade Hiring Rate/yr Job Rate/yr
Veterans Benefits Advisor Trainee 1 14 $52,198 $66,634
Veterans Benefits Advisor Trainee 2 16 $58,247 $74,135
Veterans Benefits Advisor 1 18 $65,001 $82,656
Veterans Benefits Advisor 2 21 $75,850 $96,173

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Job Duties

As a Veterans Benefits Advisor 1, you will assist, advise, and advocate for veterans and members of the armed services and their families and survivors on concerns relating to their rights and benefits, including matters pertaining to educational training, military law, employment and reemployment, health, medical and rehabilitation services and facilities, and the provisions of laws relating to veterans’ rights and privileges. In addition, you will prepare and process claims, maintain liaison with public and private agencies which provide benefits for veterans, conduct and organize outreach efforts at various facilities, make personal appearances before local veterans and civic organizations, manage a local Division of Veterans’ Affairs Office, and perform other duties as directed. You may also supervise support staff.

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Summary of Minimum Qualifications

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26-296010

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Mobility Options

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