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Posted Monday, January 12, 2026 at 7:00 AM | Expires Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:59 AM
Shawano County is organized according to Chapter 59 of the Wisconsin Statutes. The following is the County’s Mission Statement and Policy on Quality:
“The primary mission of Shawano County is to provide all County citizens with cost-effective, prompt and high-quality County services. Quality is the extent to which a product or service conforms to requirements and meets or exceeds customer expectations.”
It is the policy of Shawano County to recruit and select the most qualified persons for positions in the County's service. Recruitment and selection shall be conducted in an affirmative manner which ensures open competition and provides equal employment opportunity as protected by state or federal law. If you need any accommodations during the recruitment or employment process because of a disability, please notify Human Resources to ensure appropriate accommodations can be made.
Full‑Time Employees Benefits
Paid Time Off - Earn just under 5 weeks in your first year when working 40 hours/week
Nine (9) Paid Holidays
Health Insurance including vision coverage with option of a high or low deductible health insurance plan.
County‑funded Health Reimbursement Account or HSA depending on health plan selection.
Prescription Drug Plan
Gym Membership Discounts
Dependent Flexible Spending Account
Dental Insurance
Long and Short‑Term Disability
Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
State Pension Plan
Deferred Compensation (457) Retirement Plans
Part‑Time Employees Benefits
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Life Insurance
State Pension Plan
Gym Membership Discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Job Summary Under the direction of the Home Committee, the Director Veterans Service Officer provides advocacy, advice and aid to veterans, their families and dependents in securing veteran entitlements and benefits from state and federal sources. The duties of the job involve informing the public of services rendered and rights of veterans and their dependents and working closely with veteran organizations; reviewing legislation, regulations and precedents; supervises the operations and staff of the department.
Responsibilities
Conduct interviews, evaluate, advise and assist veterans, their spouses or families in determining appropriate benefit programs they might be eligible for under various state or federal programs. Assist veterans in the application, development and submission of benefit claims and serve as an advocate for the veteran and their families.
Advise and aid inquirers on the variety of benefits available to veterans including claims for pensions, compensation, insurance, medical care, rehabilitation and burial grants. Investigate eligibility requirements and assist veterans and dependents apply for federal and state benefits for housing, medical, economic, educational loans or grants, and disability claims.
Prepare and administer the agency budget. Review and monitor agency expenditures, and initiate changes to improve the operations of the office; compile statistics and activity summaries for various local, state or federal reports.
Supervise department support staff. Assign work, review performance, train in office duties, hire, discipline and determine job requirements for the office.
Perform a variety of public relations and outreach functions to inform veterans of programs, services and benefits available. Establish close relationships with local veteran organizations, attend membership meetings, and participate in veteran events and activities within the community/county. Promote awareness of veteran programs and issues through media and civic events, newsletters, speaking engagements, radio talk shows, health fairs or other activities.
Administer the Soldiers and Sailors fund for Shawano County. Screen veterans for eligibility, coordinate payments, hold periodic meetings of the Soldiers and Sailors Committee and maintain programs records.
Perform other tasks of a comparable level or type, as required.
Maintain annual certification through state or federal conference attendance and completing applications for various service organization representation.
Work Requirements
Associate’s Degree in Business Administration, Human Services, Paralegal or related area.
Minimum of 2 years of active service in the armed forces and honorably discharged.
Valid driver's license in the State of Wisconsin.
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Shawano County is organized according to Chapter 59 of the Wisconsin Statutes. The following is the County’s Mission Statement and Policy on Quality:
“The primary mission of Shawano County is to provide all County citizens with cost-effective, prompt and high-quality County services. Quality is the extent to which a product or service conforms to requirements and meets or exceeds customer expectations.”
It is the policy of Shawano County to recruit and select the most qualified persons for positions in the County's service. Recruitment and selection shall be conducted in an affirmative manner which ensures open competition and provides equal employment opportunity as protected by state or federal law. If you need any accommodations during the recruitment or employment process because of a disability, please notify Human Resources to ensure appropriate accommodations can be made.
Full‑Time Employees Benefits
Paid Time Off - Earn just under 5 weeks in your first year when working 40 hours/week
Nine (9) Paid Holidays
Health Insurance including vision coverage with option of a high or low deductible health insurance plan.
County‑funded Health Reimbursement Account or HSA depending on health plan selection.
Prescription Drug Plan
Gym Membership Discounts
Dependent Flexible Spending Account
Dental Insurance
Long and Short‑Term Disability
Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
State Pension Plan
Deferred Compensation (457) Retirement Plans
Part‑Time Employees Benefits
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Life Insurance
State Pension Plan
Gym Membership Discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Job Summary Under the direction of the Home Committee, the Director Veterans Service Officer provides advocacy, advice and aid to veterans, their families and dependents in securing veteran entitlements and benefits from state and federal sources. The duties of the job involve informing the public of services rendered and rights of veterans and their dependents and working closely with veteran organizations; reviewing legislation, regulations and precedents; supervises the operations and staff of the department.
Responsibilities
Conduct interviews, evaluate, advise and assist veterans, their spouses or families in determining appropriate benefit programs they might be eligible for under various state or federal programs. Assist veterans in the application, development and submission of benefit claims and serve as an advocate for the veteran and their families.
Advise and aid inquirers on the variety of benefits available to veterans including claims for pensions, compensation, insurance, medical care, rehabilitation and burial grants. Investigate eligibility requirements and assist veterans and dependents apply for federal and state benefits for housing, medical, economic, educational loans or grants, and disability claims.
Prepare and administer the agency budget. Review and monitor agency expenditures, and initiate changes to improve the operations of the office; compile statistics and activity summaries for various local, state or federal reports.
Supervise department support staff. Assign work, review performance, train in office duties, hire, discipline and determine job requirements for the office.
Perform a variety of public relations and outreach functions to inform veterans of programs, services and benefits available. Establish close relationships with local veteran organizations, attend membership meetings, and participate in veteran events and activities within the community/county. Promote awareness of veteran programs and issues through media and civic events, newsletters, speaking engagements, radio talk shows, health fairs or other activities.
Administer the Soldiers and Sailors fund for Shawano County. Screen veterans for eligibility, coordinate payments, hold periodic meetings of the Soldiers and Sailors Committee and maintain programs records.
Perform other tasks of a comparable level or type, as required.
Maintain annual certification through state or federal conference attendance and completing applications for various service organization representation.
Work Requirements
Associate’s Degree in Business Administration, Human Services, Paralegal or related area.
Minimum of 2 years of active service in the armed forces and honorably discharged.
Valid driver's license in the State of Wisconsin.
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