• Lead the Idaho Division of Veterans Services towards meeting the organization’s strategic vision, mission, and goals;
• Direct the activities and programs of the Idaho Division of Veterans Services as assigned by state law, federal regulations, Idaho Veterans Affairs Commissioners, and the Office of the Governor;
• Direct staff and operations including program planning and implementation, budgeting, public works, contracting and procurement, legislative processes, human resources, security, fiscal, resident care and education, and facility management;
• Oversee funding strategies for the agency, including a focus on federal funding and increasing revenue for the agency;
• Work with the legislative body and present the agency budget, statute and rule proposals;
• Direct and implement systems for monitoring quality of care, security, resident rights, fiscal and program integrity;
• Ensure facility compliance with laws, rules, policies and standards;
• Serve as a liaison for veterans issues and coordinate activities with other organizations, agencies and department operations, community leaders, organizations, legislators, and the public;
• Resolve conflicts and respond to sensitive issues involving the media, legal advocacy groups, and the public;
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of: public administration, including the review, development and implementation of legislation, rules and policies. Typically gained by a Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or related degree; OR, three or more years’ experience working with or within state, local, or federal government.
• Considerable knowledge of: federal, state, or local government administrative processes, including budgeting, human resources, facility management, contracting, and procurement. Typically gained by a Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or related degree; OR, three or more years’ experience working with or within state, local, or federal government.
• Considerable knowledge of: state and federal laws, rules and regulations pertaining to veteran’s programs, services, and benefits. Typically gained by at least five (5) years of experience in veterans service work with an organization recognized by the Federal Veterans Administration.
• Considerable Experience:
  1. Managing staff;
  2. Analyzing complex administrative problems and recommending solutions;
  3. Performing liaison activities and working effectively with government leaders, legislators, the media and the general public;
  4. Communicating effectively verbally and in writing;
  5. Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders; and,
  6. Making public presentations.
• Veteran of the United States Military. Must be an honorably discharged veteran who served on active duty in the United States military, naval, or air service.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience working in a hospital setting and/or long-term care facility. Typically gained by at least three (3) years of experience working in a hospital setting and/or long-term care facility.