Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as a Part-Time Administrative Assistant in Sacramento, CA. This vital role supports our mission to honor America's veterans by providing exceptional administrative services within a federal environment. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful public service. Ideal for students, career-changers, or professionals seeking part-time federal employment with comprehensive benefits.
Why Join Us?
- Federal employee benefits package
- Flexible part-time hours (20-28 hrs/week)
- Professional development opportunities
- Collaborative mission-driven environment
Responsibilities
- Manage calendars, scheduling, and correspondence for department leadership
- Process confidential documents and maintain secure filing systems
- Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, and take minutes
- Assist with budget tracking and procurement documentation
- Support HR functions including onboarding and records management
- Utilize federal databases (e.g., SharePoint, VA systems) for data entry
- Provide frontline customer service to veterans and stakeholders
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- Minimum 1 year administrative experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Ability to obtain and maintain federal background clearance
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Experience with federal records management preferred
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision