Job Description
Join our dedicated team supporting America's heroes! The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a highly motivated Administrative Assistant to deliver exceptional service to our veterans in Virginia Beach. This federal position offers competitive benefits, weekly pay, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. You'll work in a collaborative environment supporting healthcare administration with direct exposure to veteran care programs.
Responsibilities
- Manage correspondence, scheduling, and record-keeping for veteran services department
- Process personnel actions, travel authorizations, and financial documentation
- Coordinate meetings, conferences, and training sessions for 15+ staff members
- Maintain compliance with federal regulations (FAR, DFARS) and security protocols
- Provide administrative support for veteran benefit programs and outreach initiatives
- Utilize VA-specific software systems (e.g., VISTA, EHR) for data management
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Minimum 2 years federal administrative support experience
- Ability to obtain and maintain Secret security clearance
- Strong written communication skills with attention to detail
- Experience with federal procurement and travel processes
- Associates degree or 60 semester hours required