Job Description
Join the mission-critical team at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Atlanta as an Entry-Level Administrative Specialist. This is your gateway to a rewarding federal career with comprehensive benefits, competitive salary, and opportunities for advancement. You'll provide essential support to ensure efficient operations while gaining invaluable experience in government protocols and procedures.
Why Join Us?
- Comprehensive federal benefits package (healthcare, retirement, paid leave)
- Student loan repayment assistance programs
- Tuition reimbursement for career development
- Clear career progression paths within federal service
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain official records, files, and documentation in compliance with federal regulations
- Process administrative forms, travel authorizations, and procurement requests
- Coordinate office operations, including scheduling, correspondence, and meeting logistics
- Assist in budget tracking and financial documentation preparation
- Provide frontline customer service to internal and external stakeholders
- Support data entry, report generation, and record management systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on special projects and initiatives
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- High school diploma or equivalent; associate's degree preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Strong attention to detail with organizational skills
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to pass federal background investigation
- Basic understanding of federal procurement processes (preferred)