Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Austin and make a meaningful impact on our nation's heroes. We seek a detail-oriented Administrative Specialist to support critical veteran services through flexible part-time hours. This role offers the opportunity to work in a mission-driven federal environment while maintaining work-life balance. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Process and manage veteran benefit applications with 99% accuracy
- Coordinate with medical and legal teams to resolve case discrepancies
- Maintain secure electronic health records using VA systems
- Respond to inquiries from veterans and their families within 24 hours
- Prepare monthly performance reports using Excel and VA databases
- Support outreach initiatives for underserved veteran communities
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship and active security clearance
- Associate degree in Business Administration or related field
- Minimum 2 years administrative experience in federal/state roles
- Proficiency in VA-specific systems (VISTA, CPRS)
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work 20-25 hours weekly with flexible scheduling
- Knowledge of military transition programs preferred