Job Description
Join our mission to serve America's heroes as an Administrative Specialist at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System. This entry-level federal position offers comprehensive benefits, professional development, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in veterans' lives. You'll gain hands-on experience in federal operations while working in a supportive team environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive administrative support including scheduling, records management, and correspondence preparation
- Process veteran benefit applications and maintain accurate documentation in federal databases
- Coordinate office operations including supply inventory, equipment maintenance, and facility requests
- Assist in budget tracking and financial reporting tasks
- Support cross-functional team meetings and document proceedings
- Ensure compliance with federal regulations and VA policies
- Respond to inquiries from veterans, families, and internal stakeholders
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- High school diploma or GED equivalent (college degree preferred)
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- U.S. Veterans' preference eligible candidates strongly encouraged to apply