Job Description
Join the Social Security Administration's Baltimore headquarters as an Administrative Specialist and make a direct impact on millions of Americans' lives. This prestigious federal role offers unparalleled job security, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement within one of the nation's most trusted agencies. Our modern downtown campus features collaborative workspaces, professional development programs, and a commitment to work-life balance.
As a key member of our administrative team, you'll support critical operations while gaining exposure to federal processes and regulations. We value diversity, integrity, and public service excellence. The SSA offers competitive pay, flexible schedules, and generous leave policies including federal holidays.
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain confidential case files, ensuring compliance with federal record-keeping standards
- Process and verify administrative documents with 99% accuracy for constituent services
- Coordinate interdepartmental communications and scheduling for executive leadership
- Analyze administrative workflows and implement efficiency improvements using federal guidelines
- Prepare official correspondence, reports, and presentations for internal stakeholders
- Support budget tracking and procurement processes for office operations
- Train and mentor new administrative staff on federal protocols and systems
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 3 years of administrative experience in federal/government environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance
- Strong knowledge of federal regulations (FAR, DFARS, and agency-specific policies)
- Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with federal procurement and travel authorization processes