Job Overview As a Veteran Services Commission Driver / Secretary, you will play a crucial role in assisting veterans with accessing benefits and services they are entitled to. Your primary responsibility will be to provide support and guidance to veterans and their families, ensuring they receive the assistance they need.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Inspects exterior and interior of the Lucas County Veterans Service Commission passenger/delivery van at the beginning of each shift for properly operating headlights, turn signals, brake lights, interior courtesy lights, air conditioner and heating warning indicators, properly inflated tires, windshield wipers, vehicle damage, etc.
• Notifies Executive Director or Office Management immediately in the event of an accident or discovered vehicle damage.
• Operates the Lucas County Veterans Service Commission passenger/delivery van safely and efficiently. Must follow the county vehicle use policy.
• Keeps the county vehicle fueled and the interior and exterior properly cleaned. Completes Driver Trip Sheets accurately for each trip on each shift.
• Uses a computer and telephone to set up routes to and from Veteran Medical Facilities and to schedule the delivery of food boxes to veterans and veteran's dependents.
• Picks up Food consignments at the Food Bank and delivers them to veteran residences. Transports veterans to and from Veteran Medical Facilities in Michigan and Ohio.
• Performs data entry into various software applications on a computer workstation.
• Formats and types of correspondence and mailing labels for Veteran Service Officers and Investigators.
• Answers phones, directing calls, and taking messages for other staff members. Files client case folders for Veteran Service Officers and Investigators.
• Operates office machinery including fax machines, copiers, computers, printers, and scanners.
• Greets and checks in clients and guests at the Reception Window for Veterans Service Officers, Investigators, the Executive Director, Deputy Director, and Office Supervisor.
• Distributes TARTA Bus Tokens to qualified veterans who have an established Assistance Case File with the Commission.
• Advises the Office Supervisor of the level of supplies (i.e., copy paper, printer cartridges, pens, etc).
• Assures the confidentiality at all times of information relating to VSC clients and their families.

Performs other related duties as requested by the Executive Director or Office Management.

KNOWLEDGE

Proficiency in computer operations (e.g., Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams, and other related software on the State computer system) Office practices and procedures related to VSC support programs

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Effective oral communication Strong organizational skills Public speaking skills Precision in maintaining accurate records Skillful in preparing correspondence

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Meets the "Veteran" requirement as defined in Ohio Revised Code 5901.07 i.e., an honorably discharged veteran of the U. S. Military Service.
• High School graduate or equivalent or GED.
• Valid Driver's License with a minimum three-year driving history.
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to fifty (50) pound containers.

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Starting Pay:

$20.80/hour

Pay Increase:

annual increases thereafter

Full-Time Schedule:

40 hours Includes a paid lunch hour

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.

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Vacation:

80 hours annually after one year of service

Personal Leave:

32 hours per year, with opportunity for additional days correlating with military service

Sick Leave:

Accrues bi-weekly, up to 120 hours per year

Retirement:

14% employer contribution to OPERS (Ohio Public Employees Retirement System)

Insurance:

Employer-paid life and accidental death & dismemberment coverage Flexible Spending Account option available

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.80 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person