This position is in the Seattle Regional Office (RO) Disability Rating Activity Site (DRAS) division. The primary purpose of the position is to receive notifications of dissatisfaction from veterans and advocates.
The DRO is authorized to review the decision made by the VSR or RVSR, including the facts and evidence submitted in support of the claim, and is empowered to uphold or overturn those decisions as well as ensures that all decisions comply with applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
Specific duties include: Reviews and make determinations on veterans' benefits claims, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Conducts impartial reviews of previously adjudicated claims, including appeals and requests for reconsideration. Holds hearings or conferences with veterans and their representatives to clarify issues and gather additional evidence as needed. Analyzes complex case files and interpret relevant statutes, regulations, and policies.
Prepares detailed written decisions and documentation supporting claim outcomes. Ensures the timely and accurate delivery of benefits to veterans. Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced staff regarding claims processing and adjudication procedures. Contributes to the continuous improvement of claims review processes within the Veterans Benefits Administration. Interacts with supervisory personnel through discussion of individual claims that have been reviewed.
Serves as a technical advisor to DRAS management and team leaders. May provide training as needed. Reviews existing procedures and directives to detect contradictory instructions and deficiencies. Provides periodic assessments to division management on the quality of the work produced by rating personnel, including trainees. Promotion Potential: This position is at the full performance level.
Work Schedule: 7:30am to 4:00pm, Monday through Friday Compressed/Flexible: Available Telework: This position is eligible for situational (ad hoc) telework only. The selectee is required to report to the official duty station each scheduled workday. Telework may be approved only on a case-by-case basis with supervisory approval. Routine or recurring telework is not authorized for this position. Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Decision Review Officer; PD42084A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized. Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required.
There is no educational substitution at this grade level.
This position is with Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $119630 – $155521/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-11-13.
There are 2 openings for this position.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-11-05 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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