Job Description
Join our mission-critical team at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Nashville as a Federal Administrative Specialist. This pivotal role supports our healthcare operations through streamlined administrative excellence, ensuring our nation's heroes receive timely, efficient care. Enjoy competitive federal benefits, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative environment dedicated to public service excellence.
Why Join Us?
- Comprehensive federal benefits package
- Tuition assistance for career advancement
- Pension plan with TSP contributions
- Work-life balance initiatives
Responsibilities
- Manage veteran patient records and correspondence with HIPAA-compliant accuracy
- Coordinate multi-departmental scheduling and logistics for 200+ staff
- Process financial transactions and maintain budget tracking systems
- Develop administrative workflows to improve operational efficiency
- Serve as primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders
- Prepare official reports and presentations for leadership review
- Ensure compliance with federal regulations (VA, OMB, GAO standards)
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field
- 3+ years federal administrative experience preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and VA-specific systems (VISTA, CPRS)
- Secret clearance eligibility (must obtain within 90 days)
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Proven project management experience with competing priorities
- Familiarity with federal procurement and travel regulations
- US citizenship required