Job Description
Join our dynamic federal team in Oakland as a key contributor to veteran services! The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a meticulous Administrative Specialist to ensure seamless operations at our Northern California facility. This role offers competitive federal benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to directly support our nation's heroes. Work in a collaborative environment with modern resources and flexible scheduling options.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate veteran benefit applications and documentation processing
- Manage office operations, scheduling, and correspondence systems
- Assist in budget tracking and procurement for departmental needs
- Prepare compliance reports and maintain accurate federal records
- Support outreach programs for veteran community engagement
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on service improvement initiatives
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship (mandatory for federal employment)
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field
- Minimum 2 years administrative experience in government/regulated industry
- Proficiency in federal records management systems (e.g., VA-VISTA)
- Strong knowledge of FOIA and privacy compliance regulations
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to obtain and maintain federal security clearance