Job Description
Join our mission to serve America's heroes! The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a highly motivated Administrative Specialist for an immediate hire position at our Los Angeles facility. This temporary role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in federal service. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess exceptional organizational skills.
What We Offer:
- Immediate start date
- Full federal benefits package
- Professional development opportunities
- Collaborative team environment
Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate administrative functions for a 15-person department
- Process veterans' benefit applications with 99% accuracy
- Prepare official correspondence and reports in compliance with federal guidelines
- Maintain confidential records and databases using VA systems
- Coordinate meetings, travel, and logistics for senior leadership
- Provide frontline support to veterans and their families
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure operational efficiency
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship (mandatory for federal employment)
- Minimum 2 years administrative experience in a regulated environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with federal records management systems
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
- Valid California driver's license (if applicable to duties)