Job Description
Join our mission to honor America's veterans by serving as a part-time Administrative Specialist at the Chicago VA Medical Center. This rewarding opportunity allows you to contribute to federal operations while maintaining work-life balance in Chicago's vibrant downtown. You'll support critical veteran services in a collaborative environment with competitive benefits and flexible scheduling.
We offer a professional atmosphere where your organizational skills directly impact veteran care. This position includes paid training, federal holidays, and eligibility for retirement benefits. Perfect for students, career changers, or professionals seeking part-time federal service.
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain confidential veteran records in compliance with federal regulations
- Coordinate scheduling for medical appointments and administrative meetings
- Process incoming correspondence and ensure timely responses to veteran inquiries
- Assist with data entry using federal systems (VISTA, CPRS) with 99% accuracy
- Support departmental reporting and document preparation for leadership review
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure seamless veteran service delivery
- Perform quality assurance checks on administrative processes
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required (federal employment mandate)
- High school diploma or equivalent (college preferred)
- Minimum 1 year administrative/clerical experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Ability to pass federal background investigation
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Availability to work 20-25 hours/week (flexible scheduling available)