Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Detroit as a Federal Administrative Specialist and play a pivotal role in supporting our nation's heroes. This is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career in public service while making a tangible difference in veterans' lives. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment.
As a key member of our administrative team, you'll ensure seamless operations across critical departments while upholding the highest standards of federal compliance and service excellence. Ideal candidates possess meticulous attention to detail and a passion for public sector work.
Responsibilities
- Manage complex scheduling systems for multi-departmental coordination
- Process and maintain confidential personnel records with 100% accuracy
- Prepare official correspondence, reports, and briefing documents for senior leadership
- Oversee budget tracking and procurement procedures following federal regulations
- Coordinate travel arrangements and logistics for high-level officials
- Implement records management systems compliant with federal retention policies
- Serve as primary liaison between departments and external stakeholders
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 2 years of federal administrative experience required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Knowledge of federal procurement and HR regulations (FAR, DFARS)
- Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
- Exceptional organizational skills with demonstrated ability to prioritize competing tasks
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities