Job Description
Join our dedicated team at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Arlington, TX, as a Federal Administrative Specialist. You'll play a pivotal role in supporting our mission to honor America's veterans by delivering seamless administrative services. This position offers competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a federal setting.
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain confidential veteran records and documentation systems
- Coordinate scheduling, correspondence, and office operations for department leadership
- Process administrative tasks including travel authorizations, procurement requests, and expense reports
- Ensure compliance with federal regulations (FAR, DFARS) and agency policies
- Provide frontline customer service to veterans, stakeholders, and internal staff
- Support data management initiatives using federal databases and software systems
- Assist with onboarding, training, and performance documentation for administrative staff
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 3 years of administrative experience in federal/government setting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Knowledge of federal procurement processes and documentation standards
- Strong attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance