Joe Hamilton Appointed As Veterans Service Officer In Dedham

Press release from the Town of Dedham:

September 18, 2020

Town Manager Leon Goodwin has appointed Joe Hamilton to the position of Veterans Service Officer (VSO).

The VSO works to deliver essential services to the veterans and dependents residing in Dedham and provides referrals and assistance to a range of benefits, such as the G.I. Bill, a home purchase program, and the local property tax exemption.

Hamilton enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1999 and served until 2004. Hamilton is a member of the American Legion Post 18, where he is the current commander. He has coached baseball in Dedham for 16 years, the past six years at Dedham High School.

"I am extremely grateful to have the opportunity to work with and help veterans in the community I grew up in and love," Hamilton said.

Hamilton joined Town staff in June. He can be reached by phone and email in the Town's Veterans Services office.

This press release was produced by the Town of Dedham. The views expressed here are the author’s own.