Job Description
Summary The Legal Administrative Specialist (LAS) serves as a member of the Public Contact Team, located in the Veterans Service Center. The incumbent provides in-depth information and comprehensive assistance to Veterans, their dependents, and beneficiaries concerning any matter within the scope of VA benefits and related non-VA benefits. Responsibilities Specific duties include: Coordinates counseling sessions with Veterans, their dependents, and their beneficiaries face to face, regarding all benefits available though VA, as well as non-VA benefits available through other agencies. Explains in detail VBA rating decisions, and provides explanations for the decisions using extensive knowledge of VA benefits and services, claim and appeal procedures and benefit determination information and all pertinent information available in system of record. Assists with programs including but not limited to compensation and pension benefits, home loan eligibility, education, health care, life ins...