Job Description
Join our mission-serving heroes as a Federal Administrative Assistant in Chicago! Enjoy competitive salaries with weekly pay, comprehensive benefits, and a stable career path. This full-time role supports our veterans through critical administrative functions at the VA's downtown Chicago headquarters.
Why Apply?
- Weekly paycheck processing
- Federal employee benefits package
- Opportunities for advancement
- Union representation
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
Responsibilities
- Manage official correspondence and records using federal systems (e.g., SharePoint, VA databases)
- Schedule appointments and coordinate meetings for senior leadership
- Process travel authorizations and expense reports per federal regulations
- Support veterans with benefits inquiries and documentation
- Prepare reports and briefings for congressional stakeholders
- Maintain compliance with federal records management policies
- Train new staff on administrative procedures
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- Minimum 2 years administrative experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance
- Experience with federal procurement processes preferred
- Bachelor's degree or relevant certification
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work in a secure federal facility