Job Description
Join our federal team in New Orleans with competitive weekly pay and comprehensive benefits! We're seeking a dedicated Administrative Specialist to support critical VA operations in the heart of Louisiana. Enjoy bi-weekly paychecks, federal retirement plans, and a stable career path while serving our nation's heroes. This role offers immediate health insurance coverage and paid federal holidays.
Responsibilities
- Process veteran benefit applications with 99% accuracy
- Manage confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA
- Coordinate multi-departmental scheduling for 15+ staff members
- Prepare weekly reports using federal databases (VA VISTA system)
- Respond to 50+ constituent inquiries weekly via phone/email
- Maintain strict adherence to federal procurement protocols
- Support grant compliance documentation for $5M+ programs
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- Minimum 2 years administrative experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word)
- Ability to obtain federal background clearance
- Experience with federal record-keeping systems
- Strong attention to detail with error rate <1%
- Valid Louisiana driver's license preferred
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience