Job Description
Join our mission-critical team at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Chicago! We're seeking a detail-oriented Federal Administrative Specialist to support essential operations for our veteran services division. This prestigious role offers competitive benefits, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to serve those who've served our nation. Enjoy a modern downtown workspace with direct public transit access and comprehensive federal benefits package.
Responsibilities
- Manage confidential veteran case files and documentation systems
- Coordinate multi-departmental scheduling and logistics for veteran outreach programs
- Process federal compliance documentation with 100% accuracy
- Compose official correspondence and reports adhering to federal formatting standards
- Support budget tracking and procurement procedures for departmental operations
- Implement records management protocols per federal regulations (NARA standards)
- Act as primary liaison between veterans and agency leadership teams
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required (federal mandate)
- Minimum 3 years administrative experience in government/public sector
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Knowledge of federal records management procedures (FEMA/DHS standards)
- Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field preferred
- Experience with veteran affairs systems (VA VISTA, VBMS) highly desirable
- Proven ability to manage sensitive information with discretion