Job Description
Join America's largest employer with unmatched job security and comprehensive benefits! The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is urgently hiring in New Orleans for a Federal Administrative Specialist position. Enjoy competitive pay, federal retirement plans, health insurance, and paid leave while serving our nation's heroes. This is your opportunity to build a lifelong career with stability and purpose in a supportive federal environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage daily office operations including scheduling, correspondence, and records management
- Process personnel actions and maintain accurate HR documentation
- Coordinate with federal agencies and stakeholders on program initiatives
- Analyze administrative data to support operational efficiency improvements
- Ensure compliance with federal regulations and agency policies
- Train and mentor junior administrative staff
- Prepare reports and briefings for senior leadership
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field
- Minimum 2 years federal administrative experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Knowledge of federal HR procedures (e.g., SF-50 processing)
- Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with federal grant management preferred