Politics & Government

Tierney Seeks 'Wounded Warrior' to Join Congressional Staff

The following was submitted by the office of Congressman John Tierney.

The following notice was submitted by Congressman John Tierney, D-MA.

Congressman John Tierney announced today that his office has been selected to participate in the House of Representatives’ Wounded Warrior Program. The program, established to create two-year fellowships that provide employment opportunities for veterans within the House of Representatives, will provide a wounded or a disabled veteran with experience and exposure working in a Congressional Office.

“I am thrilled that my office has been selected to participate in this worthwhile program,” Congressman Tierney said. “The communities across our region are home to thousands of proud veterans, and I value both their insight on important issues and their leadership capabilities. This position will work closely with my Veterans’ Advisory Board, help our veterans with issues related to federal agencies, and assist in outreach to the entire community. I look forward to welcoming a local veteran to my staff.”

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Vacancy Announcement

Job Title: Veterans Case Worker

Member: Congressman John Tierney

Office Location: Peabody, Mass.

Date Needed:  Immediately

Job Summary: The position is for a caseworker to work in the Congressional Office to facilitate and coordinate responses to a wide range of requests received from veterans. District caseworkers also help constituents interact with administrative and government agencies by acting as facilitators, ombudsmen and, in some cases, advocates.

Job Duties and Responsibilities: The incumbent for this position will serve as a facilitator between constituents and federal, state, and local agencies as necessary as a representative of Congressman John Tierney. The caseworker will be required to communicate clearly with constituents about what can and cannot be done on their behalf by the Tierney office. The caseworker will be required to learn the laws, regulations and intricacies affecting a constituent’s case as well as the procedures and structure of Congressman Tierney’s office regarding casework and employee obligations, as outlined in the House of Representative’s Ethics Manual.  Additionally, the employee will be responsible to perform other duties as assigned by the Congressman, Chief of Staff, District Director and other staff members.

Requirements: This program is limited to veterans who have served on active duty since Sept. 11, 2001, have a minimum 30 percent service connected disability rating from the VA and less than 20 years of service. High school degree required, some college courses preferred but not required.  Professional education through the U.S. military is highly encouraged. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Recent experience with and understanding of the U.S. Military and Department of Veterans’ Affairs structure, procedures, and policies. Service-oriented, positive attitude, and strong teamwork ability.

Salary:  Commensurate with experience.

Contact:  Interested veterans may go to www.cao.house.gov to learn more about the program and may submit their resumes, a DD214 and a letter from the VA indicating that they have a 30 percent or greater rating to housewoundedwarriors@mail.house.gov.  Do not send resumes directly to the office of Congressman John Tierney.

For additional information on the Wounded Warrior Program, please visit http://cao.house.gov/wwp-about.shtml.


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