Job Description
Join our dedicated team at the VA Northern California Health Care System in Sacramento as a Federal Administrative Specialist. This critical role supports veterans' services with weekly pay, comprehensive benefits, and a mission-driven environment. We're seeking detail-oriented professionals to streamline operations in a fast-paced federal setting.
Position offers competitive salary, federal health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Weekly pay ensures consistent financial stability while serving those who served our nation.
Responsibilities
- Process veteran benefit claims with 99% accuracy within strict deadlines
- Manage electronic health records using VA's VISTA system
- Coordinate multi-departmental communications and scheduling
- Generate compliance reports for OMB and Congressional reviews
- Train staff on federal privacy regulations (HIPAA/PII)
- Optimize administrative workflows using Lean Six Sigma principles
- Serve as primary liaison for veteran family inquiries
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- Associate's degree in Public Administration or related field
- Minimum 2 years federal administrative experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and VA systems
- Secret security clearance (or ability to obtain)
- Knowledge of federal procurement procedures (FAR)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to pass background investigation