Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Austin as a Federal Administrative Specialist and contribute directly to our mission of serving America's heroes. This contract position offers competitive weekly pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work in a dynamic federal environment. You'll provide critical support to veteran services while gaining invaluable experience in government operations. Our Austin facility features modern amenities, flexible scheduling, and a collaborative culture dedicated to excellence.
Responsibilities
- Process and maintain veteran benefit documentation with 100% accuracy
- Coordinate cross-departmental communications and scheduling
- Manage electronic records systems ensuring compliance with federal regulations
- Assist in preparing reports and correspondence for leadership review
- Support outreach initiatives connecting veterans with available resources
- Conduct data entry and verification for benefit applications
- Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain federal security clearance
- Minimum 2 years administrative support experience in a regulated environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and government record-keeping systems
- Strong attention to detail with proven data accuracy skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Experience working with veterans or federal programs preferred