Job Description
Join our mission-critical team at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Fort Worth! We're seeking a detail-oriented Federal Administrative Specialist to support our veteran services operations. This pivotal role combines federal compliance expertise with modern administrative excellence in a dynamic healthcare environment. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the profound satisfaction of serving those who served our nation.
Our Fort Worth facility offers state-of-the-art workspaces, flexible scheduling options, and a supportive culture emphasizing work-life balance. This position reports directly to the Regional Operations Manager and requires collaboration with multiple federal agencies.
Responsibilities
- Manage complex scheduling systems for 15+ department heads using federal calendar protocols
- Process veteran benefit applications with 99% accuracy per VA guidelines
- Coordinate cross-agency meetings with DoD, SSA, and state partners
- Maintain confidential personnel records in SF-51 compliant systems
- Analyze administrative workflow data to identify efficiency improvements
- Prepare congressional correspondence and official federal reports
- Supervise records management program under NARA standards
Qualifications
- 3+ years federal administrative experience required
- Proficiency in VA-specific systems (VISTA, VBMS) and Microsoft Office Suite
- Active Secret Security clearance or ability to obtain within 90 days
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field preferred
- Familiarity with federal travel regulations (FTR) and procurement procedures
- Advanced knowledge of records retention schedules (NARA General Records Schedules)
- Professional certification (e.g., CFP, CPP) highly desirable