Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as a Federal Administrative Assistant and enjoy the stability of government employment with weekly pay. This vital role supports our mission to honor America's veterans by providing exceptional administrative services at our Chicago facility. You'll work in a collaborative environment with competitive benefits, including federal health insurance and retirement plans. Apply today to start your rewarding career in public service with immediate compensation.
Responsibilities
- Process veteran benefit applications and documentation with precision
- Manage electronic filing systems and maintain confidential records
- Coordinate schedules and communications for department leadership
- Assist with budget tracking and expense report processing
- Provide frontline customer service to veterans and their families
- Collaborate with federal agencies on compliance documentation
- Support special projects and event coordination for veteran outreach
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- Minimum 2 years administrative experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Ability to obtain and maintain federal security clearance
- Strong attention to detail with data entry experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience working with veteran populations preferred
- Knowledge of federal HR procedures a plus