Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Milwaukee and build a stable, impactful career serving our nation's heroes. We're seeking a dedicated Administrative Specialist to support critical operations in our regional office. Enjoy competitive benefits, retirement security, and opportunities for professional growth within a mission-driven organization.
This permanent federal position offers unparalleled job stability, comprehensive health insurance, paid time off, and student loan repayment assistance. Work in a collaborative environment where your contributions directly support veterans' services while advancing your career in public service.
Responsibilities
- Manage veteran benefit applications and documentation processing with 99% accuracy
- Coordinate interdepartmental communications and scheduling for leadership team
- Maintain confidential records in compliance with federal regulations (HIPAA, FISMA)
- Analyze operational data to identify process improvement opportunities
- Lead onboarding and training initiatives for new administrative staff
- Prepare detailed reports for congressional inquiries and performance metrics
- Collaborate with IT teams on system upgrades and security protocols
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 3 years administrative experience in government or regulated industry
- Proficiency in federal procurement systems (e.g., FPDS, GSA Advantage)
- Active Secret security clearance or ability to obtain immediately
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint
- Experience with veterans' affairs programs preferred
- Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
- U.S. citizenship required