Job Description
Join our dedicated team at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Virginia Beach as a Federal Administrative Specialist. You'll play a vital role in supporting mission-critical operations while serving our nation's heroes. This position offers unparalleled career growth, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in federal service.
We value professionalism, integrity, and excellence in public service. If you're organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about administrative excellence, we encourage you to apply and contribute to our legacy of service.
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain confidential federal records and documentation systems
- Coordinate complex scheduling, meetings, and travel arrangements for senior staff
- Process personnel actions, payroll adjustments, and benefits enrollment
- Prepare official correspondence, reports, and briefing materials using advanced MS Office Suite
- Serve as primary liaison between department and external federal agencies
- Monitor compliance with federal regulations (FAR, DFARS, VA policies)
- Train and mentor junior administrative staff on procedures
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required (federal employment mandate)
- Minimum 3 years experience in federal or complex administrative support
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Knowledge of federal personnel systems (e.g., HRIS, eOPF)
- Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field preferred
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills