Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as a Federal Administrative Specialist in Wichita, KS. Play a vital role in supporting our nation's heroes by ensuring seamless operations within a federal healthcare environment. This position offers competitive benefits, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on veterans' lives. Our Wichita facility is dedicated to excellence in service, and we seek a detail-oriented professional to maintain our high standards of administrative efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain confidential veteran records in compliance with federal regulations
- Coordinate scheduling, correspondence, and office communications for department leadership
- Process personnel actions, timekeeping, and payroll documentation using VA systems
- Assist in budget tracking, procurement requests, and fiscal reporting procedures
- Support event planning and logistical coordination for veteran outreach programs
- Ensure compliance with federal policies including HIPAA and VA directives
- Train staff on administrative procedures and software applications
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- Minimum 2 years of administrative experience in a federal or regulated environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong knowledge of federal records management protocols
- Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field preferred
- Experience with VA systems (VISTA, CPRS) highly desirable