Impactful Veterans Benefits Policy Analyst - Research

The American Legion; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Legion in Washington, D.C. seeks a Veterans Benefits Policy Analyst to collect information and analyze issues related to veterans’ benefits and compensation.

This role supports congressional testimony, position papers, and its overall effort to advise and influence Congress. The analyst coordinates site visits to VA regional offices, evaluates disability claims processing practices for ROAR, and writes reports based on data collected.

Qualifications

• College education provides basic familiarity with a variety of subjects.
• Strong writing, proofreading and editing skills are required.
• Ability to interpret legal documents and government regulations.
• Experience with military and veterans protocol and culture.
• MS Office proficiency expected.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis on veterans’ benefits for congressional testimony and position papers.
• Coordinate and conduct site visits to VA regional offices and write reports.
• Assist with DSO education and VA accreditation processes.
• Participate in working groups and build relationships with VBA, VSOs, and partners.
• Provide support to VA&R committees and councils.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Knowledge of VA disability benefits

Understanding VA health benefits

Effective verbal communication

Excellent writing/editing

Interpreting legal documents/regul.

Organizational/time management

Multi-tasking abilities

Military/veterans protocol & culture

The American Legion policies

MS Office Suite proficiency

Education

College degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

The American Legion in Washington, D.C. seeks a Veterans Benefits Policy Analyst to collect information and analyze issues related to veterans’ benefits and compensation.

This role supports congressional testimony, position papers, and its overall effort to advise and influence Congress. The analyst coordinates site visits to VA regional offices, evaluates disability claims processing practices for ROAR, and writes reports based on data collected.