Veterans Benefits Administrative Specialist

Tippecanoe County Government; Terre Town (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Tippecanoe County Government's Veterans' Services is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide essential secretarial support and assist veterans in obtaining benefits, while maintaining organized files and office operations.

The role includes answering phones, greeting visitors, processing payroll and budget records, coordinating with Indiana IDVA, preparing reports, maintaining supplies, and supporting annual events such as veterans expo. Strong communication and discretion are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Notary Public license or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to type with speed and accuracy.
• Working knowledge of standard office procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Answers telephone and greets office visitors, providing information and assistance, taking messages, and/or transferring.
• Assists veterans in obtaining benefits and completing VA forms and related documents.
• Maintains log of department activities and handles correspondence by mail and phone.
• Prepares and processes payroll and maintains department fund ledgers.
• Maintains inventory of office supplies and handles purchase requests.
• Types documents and assists in preparing reports and annual summaries.
• Attends workshops and assists in planning veterans expo programs.
• Assists in preparing annual department budget and project costs.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Typing speed

Communication skills

Confidentiality

multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Notary Public license or ability to obtain

Tools

Typewriter

Calculator

Telephone

Fax machine

Computer

Copier

Job description

Tippecanoe County Government's Veterans' Services is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide essential secretarial support and assist veterans in obtaining benefits, while maintaining organized files and office operations.

The role includes answering phones, greeting visitors, processing payroll and budget records, coordinating with Indiana IDVA, preparing reports, maintaining supplies, and supporting annual events such as veterans expo. Strong communication and discretion are required.