Job Description
Join our mission-critical team as a Federal Administrative Specialist at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Chicago. We're urgently seeking detail-oriented professionals to support essential government operations with integrity and excellence. This full-time role offers competitive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to serve our nation's heroes. Immediate start available for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain confidential federal records with 100% compliance accuracy
- Coordinate multi-agency communications and correspondence following federal protocols
- Process financial transactions and budgetary documentation using VA systems
- Support grant management and reporting for federal programs
- Organize and execute administrative tasks for departmental leadership
- Train staff on federal regulations and procedural updates
- Conduct quality assurance reviews for all deliverables
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 3 years federal administrative experience required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and federal databases (e.g., SAM.gov)
- Active security clearance or ability to obtain within 90 days
- Expert knowledge of FAR and DFARS regulations
- Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail
- U.S. citizenship and ability to pass federal background check