Job Description
Join a mission-driven federal team serving New York's veteran community! We seek a detail-oriented Administrative Specialist to support critical VA operations in Manhattan. Enjoy weekly paychecks, comprehensive benefits, and direct impact on veteran services. This hybrid role combines office collaboration with remote flexibility, perfect for professionals seeking stability and purpose in public service.
Responsibilities
- Process veteran benefit applications with 99% accuracy
- Coordinate multi-agency documentation and compliance
- Manage veteran case files using VA systems (VBA/VISN)
- Prepare weekly performance reports for congressional oversight
- Train junior staff on federal protocols and data security
- Resolve veteran inquiries within 24-hour SLA
- Support outreach initiatives for underserved veteran populations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field
- 3+ years federal/civil service experience required
- Active security clearance (or ability to obtain)
- Expertise in VA systems (VBA, VISTA, PBMS)
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Familiarity with FOIA and HIPAA regulations
- US citizenship and NY residency
- Spanish language proficiency preferred