VETERANS SERVICES COUNSELOR II - OAHU

Duties Summary

Veterans Services Counselors provide information, counsel, advice and assistance to veterans, their families and dependents and to service members concerning services, assistance or benefits to which they are entitled by law or otherwise; direct and refer them to appropriate agencies for other services, assistance and benefits.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

• Legal Authorization To Work: Citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
• Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• General Experience: One year of progressively responsible professional experience as an employment counselor, rehabilitation specialist, social worker, or other professional work experience assisting others with resolving their vocational, health, social, or other personal problems.
• Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements, will apply.
• Driver's License: Applicants must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.

Other Information

• The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.
• To qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, individuals must make 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer.
• The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications.
• In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency.

Testing Information

The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.