Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Wichita, Kansas, as a part-time Administrative Support Specialist. This is your opportunity to serve our nation's heroes while enjoying competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and federal benefits. We're seeking a dedicated professional to provide critical administrative support in our healthcare facility.
The VA offers exceptional career development opportunities, work-life balance, and the satisfaction of contributing to veterans' wellbeing. If you're organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about public service, this role is perfect for you.
What You'll Gain:
- Comprehensive federal benefits package
- Flexible part-time hours (20-30 hrs/week)
- Professional growth opportunities
- Tuition assistance and training programs
- Pension and retirement benefits
Responsibilities
- Manage office correspondence, scheduling, and record-keeping systems
- Process veterans' benefits paperwork with precision and confidentiality
- Coordinate meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for staff
- Maintain digital and physical filing systems in compliance with federal regulations
- Provide frontline customer service to veterans and their families
- Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and official documents using MS Office Suite
- Support cross-functional teams with administrative tasks and special projects
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship (required for federal employment)
- High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred
- Minimum 2 years administrative/clerical experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Ability to obtain and maintain federal security clearance
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work in a HIPAA-compliant healthcare environment