Job Description
Join our dedicated team at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as a Federal Administrative Specialist in Portland, OR. This pivotal role supports critical veteran services through seamless administrative operations in a mission-driven environment. Enjoy competitive benefits, federal retirement plans, and meaningful career advancement opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Manage official correspondence, records, and documentation using federal compliance protocols
- Coordinate schedules, meetings, and logistics for department leadership
- Process personnel actions, timekeeping, and leave requests through HR systems
- Prepare official reports, briefings, and statistical analyses for senior leadership
- Serve as primary point of contact for internal/external stakeholder communications
- Implement records management procedures in accordance with federal regulations
- Support budget tracking and procurement documentation processes
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required (federal employment mandate)
- Minimum 2 years administrative experience in government or regulated environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and federal HR systems (e.g., HRIS)
- Strong knowledge of federal records management standards (e.g., NARA guidelines)
- Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance
- Excellent written/verbal communication and organizational skills
- Detail-oriented with ability to manage competing priorities