U.S. Federal Government (non-Defense) / Department of Veterans Affairs / Veterans Claims Examining

Job-title file

Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs, U.S. Federal Government

Carry out the duties of this position in support of the agency's public mission.

21,842 employees hold this title in Department of Veterans Affairs. Median total compensation for the role is $89,459, below the department median of $98,459.

Employees: 21,842
Total payroll: $2B
Role median: $89,459
Agency median: $98,459
Comparison: Below

What the records show

Role pay distribution

Pay distribution for this role

$0$142,549+

Hover a bar for its range; click to filter the list below.

How total compensation varies among the 21,842 people in this role. Even for one job title, pay differs with seniority, step, overtime, and tenure. Each bar is a pay range; the far-right bar collects the highest earners.

Compared with the local labor market

Veterans Claims Examining pay vs. the United States

Across all employers in the United States, the median wage for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators — about 324,230 people — is $78,000. Department of Veterans Affairs pays a median base salary of $88,995 for this role, 14% above that figure — about the 64th percentile of local pay for the occupation.

Where Department of Veterans Affairs sits in the local pay range

10th

25th

Median

75th

90th

$48,850

$61,160

$78,000

$98,030

$117,040

Department of Veterans Affairs median · $88,995

The bar is the range of annual wages for Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators across every employer in the United States, from the 10th to the 90th percentile, with the middle 50% highlighted. The marker shows Department of Veterans Affairs’s median base salary for this role. Both figures are base pay only.

Computed over the 21,534 of 21,842 people in this role paid at least $25,000 in base salary. The rest are part-year or part-time records, whose actual pay isn’t comparable to a full-time annual wage.

Median total compensation for this role at Department of Veterans Affairs is $89,459, which includes overtime and employer-paid benefits. The benchmark above excludes both, so total compensation is deliberately not compared against it.

Benchmark: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025). BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) covers all employers in the area — private, non-profit, and government alike — so this is a comparison against the whole local labor market for the occupation, not against private-sector pay. OEWS wages are straight-time pay and exclude overtime, shift differentials, and employer-paid benefits, so the government figure shown here is base pay on the same basis. Total compensation is not comparable to it. Job titles are matched to the closest standard occupation, so the comparison is between similar work rather than an identical job classification.

Compare departments

This role across U.S. Federal Government (non-Defense)

Veterans Claims Examining is held in 2 U.S. Federal Government (non-Defense) departments. In Department of Veterans Affairs, the median of $89,459 ranks #2 of 2.

Highest-paying departments for this role

Department of Homeland Security

$100,237 · 1

Median total compensation for the Veterans Claims Examining role in other U.S. Federal Government (non-Defense)departments (highest first). Each bar links to that department’s page for this role.

Same department

Other job titles in Department of Veterans Affairs

Administrative Officer 3,667
Contact Representative 1,454
Contracting 3,352
Cooking 2,265
Custodial Working 14,820
Dental Assistant 2,344
Dental Officer 2,251
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist 5,885
Dietitian and Nutritionist 3,654
Equipment Facilities, and Services 1,776
Financial Administration and Program 2,476
Financial Clerical and Assistance 2,382
Food Service Working 7,281
General Attorney 2,083
General Business and Industry 1,575
General Engineering 1,920
General Health Science 10,103
General Legal and Kindred Administration 3,611
Health Aid and Technician 10,717
Health System Specialist 6,340
Human Resources Assistance 1,613
Human Resources Management 9,616
Information Technology Management 7,807
Invalid 1,497
Inventory Management 2,932
Mail and File 1,350
Maintenance Mechanic 2,138
Management and Program Analysis 11,274
Materials Handler 1,570
Medical Instrument Technician 4,607
Medical Officer 34,743
Medical Records Technician 4,082
Medical Supply Aide and Technician 3,855
Medical Support Assistance 44,186
Medical Technician 2,198
Medical Technologist 5,693
Miscellaneous Administration and Program 11,855
Miscellaneous Clerk and Assistant 10,377
Motor Vehicle Operating 2,288
Nurse 106,736
Nursing Assistant 17,477
Occupational Therapist 2,256
Optometrist 1,775
Pharmacist 14,500
Pharmacy Technician 7,058
Physical Therapist 3,732
Physician Assistant 3,693
Practical Nurse 17,966
Psychology 10,658
Purchasing 2,168
Recreation/Creative Arts Therapist 1,250
Secretary 1,410
Security Clerical and Assistance 1,664
Social Science 5,151
Social Science Aid and Technician 1,678
Social Work 25,349
Speech Pathology and Audiology 2,865
Supply Clerical and Technician 3,222
Transportation Clerk and Assistant 1,585

Record list

Employees with this title

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Cathy Battles

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$198,488

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $195,488
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $3,000
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $198,488
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Boston
Work state: Massachusetts
Middle name: A

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $195,488
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $147,449
Duty Station Code: 250120025
Duty Station State: MA
Length of Service (Years): 32
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Cathy Battles works as a Veterans Claims Examining for Department of Veterans Affairs based in Boston, Massachusetts. Cathy earned $198,488 in 2026. Their pay grade is 15.

Dana Sullivan

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$198,300

Sub-department: Inspector General
Base pay: $197,200
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $1,100
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $198,300
Pay grade: 15
Work city: San Diego
Work state: California
Middle name: Cheryl

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $197,200
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VAAF
Basic Pay (before locality): $155,875
Duty Station Code: 063260073
Duty Station State: CA
Length of Service (Years): 25
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Dana Sullivan holds the role of Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs based in San Diego, California. In 2026, their total compensation was $198,300. Their pay grade is 15.

Catherine Dolan

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$197,200

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $197,200
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $197,200
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Lakewood
Work state: Colorado
Middle name: C

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $197,200
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $151,662
Duty Station Code: 081435059
Duty Station State: CO
Length of Service (Years): 22
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Catherine Dolan holds the role of Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs based in Lakewood, Colorado. In 2026, their total compensation was $197,200. Their pay grade is 15.

Christopher Fischer

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$197,200

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $197,200
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $197,200
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Milwaukee
Work state: Wisconsin
Middle name: R

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $197,200
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $164,301
Duty Station Code: 553100079
Duty Station State: WI
Length of Service (Years): 23
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Christopher Fischer works as a Veterans Claims Examining for Department of Veterans Affairs based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Christopher earned $197,200 in 2026. Their pay grade is 15.

Rachel Pennington

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$197,200

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $197,200
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $197,200
Pay grade: 14
Work city: Oakland
Work state: California
Middle name: M

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $197,200
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $139,684
Duty Station Code: 062480001
Duty Station State: CA
Length of Service (Years): 28
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Rachel Pennington works as a Veterans Claims Examining for Department of Veterans Affairs based in Oakland, California. Rachel earned $197,200 in 2026. Their pay grade is 14.

Carla Ryan

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$197,200

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $197,200
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $197,200
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Washington
Work state: District of Columbia

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $197,200
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $147,449
Duty Station Code: 110010001
Duty Station State: DC
Length of Service (Years): 22
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

At Department of Veterans Affairs, Carla Ryan serves as a Veterans Claims Examining based in Washington, District of Columbia. Their 2026 pay totaled $197,200. They are classified at grade 15.

Stephen Strope

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$197,200

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $197,200
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $197,200
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Seattle
Work state: Washington
Middle name: T

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $197,200
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $151,662
Duty Station Code: 531960033
Duty Station State: WA
Length of Service (Years): 24
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Stephen Strope is a Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs based in Seattle, Washington. 2026 total compensation came to $197,200. They are classified at grade 15.

Marvin Rivas

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$197,169

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $197,169
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $197,169
Pay grade: 15
Work city: San Diego
Work state: California
Middle name: E

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $197,169
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $147,449
Duty Station Code: 063260073
Duty Station State: CA
Length of Service (Years): 23
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Marvin Rivas is a Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs based in San Diego, California. 2026 total compensation came to $197,169. They are classified at grade 15.

James Brewer

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$195,629

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $195,629
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $195,629
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Philadelphia
Work state: Pennsylvania
Middle name: C

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $195,629
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $151,662
Duty Station Code: 426540101
Duty Station State: PA
Length of Service (Years): 27
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

James Brewer holds the role of Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In 2026, their total compensation was $195,629. Their pay grade is 15.

Cynthia Mcjunkin

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2025 total comp

$195,200

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $195,200
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $195,200
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Washington
Work state: District of Columbia
Middle name: M

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $195,200
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $150,159
Duty Station Code: 110010001
Duty Station State: DC
Length of Service (Years): 24
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Cynthia Mcjunkin works as a Veterans Claims Examining for Department of Veterans Affairs based in Washington, District of Columbia. Cynthia earned $195,200 in 2025. Their pay grade is 15.

Joe Corretjer

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2024 total comp

$193,100

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $191,900
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $1,200
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $193,100
Pay grade: 15
Work city: New York - New York
Work state: New York
Middle name: J

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $191,900
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $159,950
Duty Station Code: 364170061
Duty Station State: NY
Length of Service (Years): 33
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Joe Corretjer works as a Veterans Claims Examining for Department of Veterans Affairs based in New York - New York, New York. Joe earned $193,100 in 2024. Their pay grade is 15.

Barbara Nehls

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2024 total comp

$193,050

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $191,900
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $1,150
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $193,050
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Milwaukee
Work state: Wisconsin
Middle name: S

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $191,900
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $159,950
Duty Station Code: 553100079
Duty Station State: WI
Length of Service (Years): 33
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Barbara Nehls is a Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 2024 total compensation came to $193,050. They are classified at grade 15.

Rachel Fuhrman

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$192,902

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $189,902
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $3,000
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $192,902
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Providence
Work state: Rhode Island
Middle name: M

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $189,902
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $143,236
Duty Station Code: 440190007
Duty Station State: RI
Length of Service (Years): 19
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Rachel Fuhrman holds the role of Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs based in Providence, Rhode Island. In 2026, their total compensation was $192,902. Their pay grade is 15.

Michael Bucolo

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$192,694

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $192,694
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $192,694
Pay grade: 14
Work city: Newark
Work state: New Jersey

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $192,694
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $139,684
Duty Station Code: 342130013
Duty Station State: NJ
Length of Service (Years): 31
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

At Department of Veterans Affairs, Michael Bucolo serves as a Veterans Claims Examining based in Newark, New Jersey. Their 2026 pay totaled $192,694. They are classified at grade 14.

Joseph Byrd

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$192,535

Sub-department: Inspector General
Base pay: $191,535
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $1,000
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $192,535
Pay grade: 15
Work city: San Diego
Work state: California
Middle name: Brett

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $191,535
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VAAF
Basic Pay (before locality): $143,236
Duty Station Code: 063260073
Duty Station State: CA
Length of Service (Years): 24
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Joseph Byrd holds the role of Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs based in San Diego, California. In 2026, their total compensation was $192,535. Their pay grade is 15.

Courtney Coble

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$191,850

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $191,850
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $191,850
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Washington
Work state: District of Columbia
Middle name: N

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $191,850
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $143,236
Duty Station Code: 110010001
Duty Station State: DC
Length of Service (Years): 18
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Courtney Coble holds the role of Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs based in Washington, District of Columbia. In 2026, their total compensation was $191,850. Their pay grade is 15.

Kimberly Wagner

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2025 total comp

$189,415

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $188,915
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $500
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $189,415
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Buffalo
Work state: New York
Middle name: A

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $188,915
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $154,330
Duty Station Code: 360750029
Duty Station State: NY
Length of Service (Years): 34
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Kimberly Wagner holds the role of Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs based in Buffalo, New York. In 2025, their total compensation was $189,415. Their pay grade is 15.

Valerie Martinez

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$188,573

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $188,573
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $188,573
Pay grade: 14
Work city: Houston
Work state: Texas
Middle name: V

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $188,573
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $139,684
Duty Station Code: 483280201
Duty Station State: TX
Length of Service (Years): 37
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Valerie Martinez is a Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs based in Houston, Texas. 2026 total compensation came to $188,573. They are classified at grade 14.

Beorn Kjeldsen

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$188,456

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $188,456
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $188,456
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Seatac
Work state: Washington
Middle name: J

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $188,456
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $143,236
Duty Station Code: 531958033
Duty Station State: WA
Length of Service (Years): 17
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

At Department of Veterans Affairs, Beorn Kjeldsen serves as a Veterans Claims Examining based in Seatac, Washington. Their 2026 pay totaled $188,456. They are classified at grade 15.

Adrienne Becnel-Taylor

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2025 total comp

$188,382

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $185,882
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $2,500
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $188,382
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Atlanta
Work state: Georgia

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $185,882
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $150,159
Duty Station Code: 130280121
Duty Station State: GA
Length of Service (Years): 35
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Adrienne Becnel-Taylor is a Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs based in Atlanta, Georgia. 2025 total compensation came to $188,382. They are classified at grade 15.

Joanna Yanez

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$188,174

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $188,174
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $188,174
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Saint Paul
Work state: Minnesota
Middle name: E

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $188,174
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $147,449
Duty Station Code: 276330123
Duty Station State: MN
Length of Service (Years): 25
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Joanna Yanez works as a Veterans Claims Examining for Department of Veterans Affairs based in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Joanna earned $188,174 in 2026. Their pay grade is 15.

Adrienne Becneltaylor

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$187,742

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $187,742
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $187,742
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Atlanta
Work state: Georgia

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $187,742
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $151,662
Duty Station Code: 130280121
Duty Station State: GA
Length of Service (Years): 36
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Adrienne Becneltaylor is a Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs based in Atlanta, Georgia. 2026 total compensation came to $187,742. They are classified at grade 15.

Sharon Smith

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$187,681

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $187,681
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $187,681
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Houston
Work state: Texas
Middle name: S

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $187,681
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $139,023
Duty Station Code: 483280201
Duty Station State: TX
Length of Service (Years): 18
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

At Department of Veterans Affairs, Sharon Smith serves as a Veterans Claims Examining based in Houston, Texas. Their 2026 pay totaled $187,681. They are classified at grade 15.

James Ard

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$187,399

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $187,399
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $187,399
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Greeleyville
Work state: South Carolina
Middle name: R

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $187,399
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $160,088
Duty Station Code: 451030089
Duty Station State: SC
Length of Service (Years): 28
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

James Ard is a Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs based in Greeleyville, South Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $187,399. They are classified at grade 15.

William Browne

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$186,952

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $186,952
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $186,952
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Lakewood
Work state: Colorado
Middle name: T

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $186,952
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $143,236
Duty Station Code: 081435059
Duty Station State: CO
Length of Service (Years): 17
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

William Browne holds the role of Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs based in Lakewood, Colorado. In 2026, their total compensation was $186,952. Their pay grade is 15.

Jesse Rector

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$186,817

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $184,317
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $2,500
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $186,817
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Providence
Work state: Rhode Island
Middle name: L

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $184,317
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $139,023
Duty Station Code: 440190007
Duty Station State: RI
Length of Service (Years): 19
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Jesse Rector is a Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs based in Providence, Rhode Island. 2026 total compensation came to $186,817. They are classified at grade 15.

Christina Ramsey

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$185,710

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $185,710
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $185,710
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Phoenix
Work state: Arizona
Middle name: L

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $185,710
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $151,662
Duty Station Code: 040370013
Duty Station State: AZ
Length of Service (Years): 25
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Christina Ramsey holds the role of Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs based in Phoenix, Arizona. In 2026, their total compensation was $185,710. Their pay grade is 15.

Michael Zybarth

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$185,710

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $185,710
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $185,710
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Phoenix
Work state: Arizona
Middle name: J

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $185,710
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $151,662
Duty Station Code: 040370013
Duty Station State: AZ
Length of Service (Years): 22
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

At Department of Veterans Affairs, Michael Zybarth serves as a Veterans Claims Examining based in Phoenix, Arizona. Their 2026 pay totaled $185,710. They are classified at grade 15.

James Barrett

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$185,475

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $183,975
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $1,500
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $185,475
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Los Angeles
Work state: California
Middle name: H

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $183,975
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $134,810
Duty Station Code: 061980037
Duty Station State: CA
Length of Service (Years): 20
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

James Barrett is a Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs based in Los Angeles, California. 2026 total compensation came to $185,475. They are classified at grade 15.

Chad Pomelow

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$184,886

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $184,886
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $184,886
Pay grade: 14
Work city: Anchorage
Work state: Alaska
Middle name: A

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $184,886
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $139,684
Duty Station Code: 020130020
Duty Station State: AK
Length of Service (Years): 27
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Chad Pomelow works as a Veterans Claims Examining for Department of Veterans Affairs based in Anchorage, Alaska. Chad earned $184,886 in 2026. Their pay grade is 14.

Andrew Wilson

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2025 total comp

$184,863

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $184,363
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $500
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $184,863
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Washington
Work state: District of Columbia
Middle name: J

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $184,363
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $137,646
Duty Station Code: 110010001
Duty Station State: DC
Length of Service (Years): 16
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

At Department of Veterans Affairs, Andrew Wilson serves as a Veterans Claims Examining based in Washington, District of Columbia. Their 2025 pay totaled $184,863. They are classified at grade 15.

Ted Ebert

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2025 total comp

$184,439

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $183,539
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $900
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $184,439
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Cleveland
Work state: Ohio
Middle name: A

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $183,539
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $150,159
Duty Station Code: 391680035
Duty Station State: OH
Length of Service (Years): 24
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

At Department of Veterans Affairs, Ted Ebert serves as a Veterans Claims Examining based in Cleveland, Ohio. Their 2025 pay totaled $184,439. They are classified at grade 15.

Angela Briscoe

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2024 total comp

$183,335

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $182,335
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $1,000
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $183,335
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Richmond
Work state: Texas
Middle name: J

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $182,335
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $135,344
Duty Station Code: 485760157
Duty Station State: TX
Length of Service (Years): 16
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Angela Briscoe holds the role of Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs based in Richmond, Texas. In 2024, their total compensation was $183,335. Their pay grade is 15.

Jason BoydMay be multiple

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$183,096

Sub-department: Inspector General
Pay grade: 14
Work city: San Diego
Work state: California
Middle name: L

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $181,996
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VAAF
Basic Pay (before locality): $136,102
Duty Station Code: 063260073
Duty Station State: CA
Length of Service (Years): 33
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Payroll for Jason Boyd (Veterans Claims Examining, Department of Veterans Affairs) may cover more than one person; together they account for $183,096 in 2026.

Daniel Austin

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$182,913

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $182,913
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $182,913
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Seatac
Work state: Washington
Middle name: W

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $182,913
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $139,023
Duty Station Code: 531958033
Duty Station State: WA
Length of Service (Years): 22
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Daniel Austin works as a Veterans Claims Examining for Department of Veterans Affairs based in Seatac, Washington. Daniel earned $182,913 in 2026. Their pay grade is 15.

Timothy Bailey

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$182,467

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $182,467
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $182,467
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Benton
Work state: Arkansas
Middle name: M

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $182,467
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $155,875
Duty Station Code: 050330125
Duty Station State: AR
Length of Service (Years): 32
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Timothy Bailey holds the role of Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs based in Benton, Arkansas. In 2026, their total compensation was $182,467. Their pay grade is 15.

Kimberley Schillhammer

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$182,467

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $182,467
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $182,467
Pay grade: 15
Work city: Winston Salem
Work state: North Carolina
Middle name: S

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $182,467
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $155,875
Duty Station Code: 375120067
Duty Station State: NC
Length of Service (Years): 24
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Kimberley Schillhammer is a Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs based in Winston Salem, North Carolina. 2026 total compensation came to $182,467. They are classified at grade 15.

Shelley Arzola

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$181,996

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $181,996
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $181,996
Pay grade: 14
Work city: San Diego
Work state: California
Middle name: P

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $181,996
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $136,102
Duty Station Code: 063260073
Duty Station State: CA
Length of Service (Years): 17
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Shelley Arzola works as a Veterans Claims Examining for Department of Veterans Affairs based in San Diego, California. Shelley earned $181,996 in 2026. Their pay grade is 14.

Kristina Morabito

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$181,996

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $181,996
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $181,996
Pay grade: 14
Work city: San Diego
Work state: California
Middle name: D

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $181,996
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $136,102
Duty Station Code: 063260073
Duty Station State: CA
Length of Service (Years): 22
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Kristina Morabito holds the role of Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs based in San Diego, California. In 2026, their total compensation was $181,996. Their pay grade is 14.

Elizabeth Townsend

Veterans Claims Examining/Department of Veterans Affairs

2026 total comp

$181,996

Sub-department: Veterans Benefits Administration
Base pay: $181,996
Overtime: $0
Other pay: $0
Benefits: $0
Total compensation: $181,996
Pay grade: 14
Work city: San Diego
Work state: California
Middle name: J

Source-specific fields

Adjusted Basic Pay (incl. locality): $181,996
Agency Code (OPM): VA
Agency Sub-element Code (OPM): VALA
Basic Pay (before locality): $136,102
Duty Station Code: 063260073
Duty Station State: CA
Length of Service (Years): 36
Occupation Code (OPM): 0996

Elizabeth Townsend holds the role of Veterans Claims Examining at Department of Veterans Affairs based in San Diego, California. In 2026, their total compensation was $181,996. Their pay grade is 14.