Job Description
Join our federal team with guaranteed weekly pay! The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a dedicated Administrative Assistant to support our healthcare operations in Sacramento. Enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and the stability of federal employment. This role offers biweekly paychecks (equivalent to 26 pay periods annually) with direct deposit for immediate access to earnings.
We're committed to supporting our team members with professional development opportunities, work-life balance initiatives, and a mission-driven environment. As a federal employee, you'll receive exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, and paid time off.
Responsibilities
- Manage correspondence, records, and confidential documents with strict federal compliance
- Coordinate calendars, meetings, and travel arrangements for department leadership
- Process financial transactions and maintain budget tracking systems
- Provide frontline customer service to veterans and stakeholders
- Utilize federal IT systems including VA-specific software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Assist with onboarding processes and training coordination
- Ensure all documentation meets federal regulatory standards
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required (federal position mandate)
- Minimum 2 years administrative experience in professional setting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Ability to obtain and maintain federal background clearance
- Strong attention to detail with organizational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education/experience
- Experience with federal records management preferred