Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Louisville, KY, where we're urgently hiring dedicated professionals for stable federal careers. As a Federal Administrative Specialist, you'll directly impact veterans' lives while enjoying unparalleled job security, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement. This is your chance to serve those who served our nation in a mission-driven environment with competitive compensation.
We offer a supportive workplace culture, flexible scheduling options, and robust professional development programs. VA employees receive exceptional health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and student loan forgiveness eligibility. If you're detail-oriented, service-minded, and seeking long-term career stability, apply now to join our Louisville team making a difference daily.
Responsibilities
- Manage and process veteran benefit claims with 99% accuracy per federal guidelines
- Coordinate cross-functional communications between veterans, medical staff, and leadership
- Maintain confidential electronic records using VA's secure systems (Vista, VBMS)
- Analyze administrative data to identify process improvement opportunities
- Train staff on new federal regulations and VA protocols
- Prepare detailed reports for congressional inquiries and performance audits
- Serve as primary liaison for veterans navigating benefit appeals
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required (per federal employment guidelines)
- Minimum 2 years administrative experience in government or regulated industry
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and federal record-keeping systems
- Active Secret security clearance or ability to obtain within 90 days
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field preferred
- Experience with veterans' affairs or federal benefits processing preferred
- Exceptional written communication skills for official correspondence
- Ability to work under pressure with strict deadlines