Driver/Secretary - Veterans Service Commission

The Veterans Service Commission was established in 1886 by the Ohio Legislature to assist Veterans and their families in times of need. Today, the Lucas County Veterans Service Commission provides financial assistance, referrals, information, and aid in obtaining Veterans Administration and other benefits.

There are many benefits and services available to veterans and their families. From VA benefits to emergency financial assistance, memorial affairs, medical transportation, and so much more, we are here to ease your stress and provide assistance with any needs.

The Lucas County Veterans Service Commission exists to provide information and referrals so that veterans and their families can obtain all of the benefits they’re entitled to.

This position is responsible for responsible for all driving situations and vehicles operations. Maintaining the functions of office staff as secretary but not limited to assisting veterans of the Armed Services of the United States, their spouses, widows or widowers, children, parents and dependents as applicable for the performance of their job more specifically listed in essential job functions below.

The position 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.

Responsibilities

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 these 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 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, and Assistant Directors.

Distributes TARTA Bus Tokens to qualified veterans who have an established Assistance Case File with the Commission.

Advises the Assistant Director of Operations 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.

Qualifications

Meets the "Veteran" requirement as defined in Ohio Revised Code 5901.06 i.e., an honorably discharged veteran of the U. S. Military Service or, if a qualified veteran is not available, the spouse, surviving spouse, child, or parent of a veteran.

High School graduate or equivalent (i.e. completed GED).

Must possess a valid Driver's License, with a minimum three-year satisfactory 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.