Job Description
Job Description
Veterans Affairs Transition Assistance Program (VA TAP)
Position: Benefits Advisor
Background: In line with Congressional law, the US Government has implemented various programs to support the transition of veterans into civilian life. One of the programs is the Transition Assistance Program (TAP), which has been implemented by each of the military services. This program provides transition assistance, information, training, counseling, and services to eligible service members in order for them to be career ready upon separation, retirement, or release from active duty. In support of TAP, Veterans Affairs (VA) provides onsite support to these various requirements.
Required Availability Date: May 1, 2026
Position Description:
Conduct VA transition activities in support of the Transition Assistance Program (TAP). Transition support includes conducting standardized VA Benefits and Services Briefings, one-on-one engagements, pre-separation counseling support, military life cycle (MLC) events, Capstone events, and warm-handover support. Serves as an entry-level instructor delivering established curriculum, training tools, and ensuring course content and delivery methods follow established training objectives.
Responsibilities may include:
- Executing non-event Activities at assigned installation
- Participate in weekly Site Lead meetings
- Execute quality management activities at assigned installation and across the program
- Deliver onsite activities and execute post-event data collection activities
Required Skills:
- Understand and apply adult learning theories
- Understanding of transitioning Service member populations
- Experience using Microsoft Office suite of tools
- Strong customer management and support skills
- Experience delivering interactive workshops and training to live audiences
Preferred Skills:
- Understanding of VA benefits programs
- Knowledge of the military and experience working with military clients
- Understanding of current veteran issues and challenges pre- and post- transitions
Required Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree or 3 years’ equivalent work/military experience
- Preferred emphasis in Training, Education, Career Counseling, or HR
- Appropriate certifications
Place of Duty: Minot AFB, ND
Position Type: Full-time
Travel Requirement: Up to 50%
Salary Type: Hourly (Non-Exempt) – SCA (Service Contract Act) rates
Submission Requirements:
- Resume