VET Career Advisor II

State of North Carolina

. Provide tailored career services to eligible veterans .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeNew Bern • North Carolina • United StatesJunior💰 $39,244 - $61,320 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing tailored career services and case management for veterans, with a strong focus on overcoming employment barriers and facilitating job placements. Possesses knowledge of veterans organizations and employment services, along with effective communication and outreach skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Veteran Programming KnowledgeCase ManagementCommunity OutreachJob Placement SupportEffective Communication

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Hard Skills

Employment Services KnowledgeTraining DevelopmentJob Search FacilitationConflict ResolutionLaws and Regulations Application

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationAnalytical SkillsProblem Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

DD-214

Industry Keywords

Veterans ServicesEmployment BarriersCommunity OrganizationsWorkforce DevelopmentVeteran Outreach

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide tailored career services to eligible veterans
Case manage veterans using an intensive Case Management approach
Help veterans overcome employment barriers by identifying training and supportive services
Provide ongoing support during and after job placements
Conduct community outreach through soup kitchens, shelters, libraries, churches, VA clinics and hospitals, veterans service organizations, law enforcement agencies, and other providers
Develop employment and training opportunities for veterans
Promote hiring of disabled and other veterans
Conduct targeted employer outreach
Facilitate job search workshops and establish job search groups
Coordinate with the LVER and business services team to facilitate veteran employment opportunities
Train workforce staff on veterans’ staff roles and priority of service
Work under the supervision of the DWS Manager in New Bern

Requirements

What you’ll need

Honorably discharged veteran who served a minimum of 180 days on active duty in the Armed Forces, or was discharged/relieved from active duty because of a service-connected disability
Related public contact work dealing with veterans or job applicants and employers in a variety of functions
Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of relevant experience; or associate degree and three years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of agency employment services and veteran programming
Knowledge of veterans organizations in the community
Ability to analyze, interpret, evaluate, and communicate information and resolve conflicting opinions
Ability to independently apply pertinent laws, rules, regulations, and procedures to specific cases
Effective oral and written communication with internal and external individuals
DD-214 required to verify Federal Armed Forces service requirements before receiving an offer
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at hire and throughout employment
Ability to complete a state application with comprehensive education and work history information
Subject to National and International Background Investigation and/or Fingerprinting

Benefits

Comp & perks

State benefits, including health insurance and retirement
12 annual paid holidays
Monthly accrual of vacation and sick leave
North Carolina State Health Plan administered by Aetna
Flexible Spending Accounts
Accident Insurance
Cancer & Specified Disease insurance
Critical Illness insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
NC State Retirement (TSERS)
401(k) and 457 savings plans
WeSave Employee Discounts
Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Reasonable accommodation during the hiring process and employment