Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as a Federal Clerk and experience the rewarding opportunity to serve our nation's heroes. This temporary position offers daily pay and flexible scheduling in Chicago's vibrant downtown. As a key member of our administrative team, you'll provide critical support to ensure seamless operations for veteran services. Enjoy competitive compensation, federal benefits eligibility, and the satisfaction of making a tangible impact.
Our Chicago facility is easily accessible via public transit and offers a collaborative, mission-driven environment. This role is perfect for students, career changers, or professionals seeking temporary federal experience with immediate compensation.
Responsibilities
- Process and veteran benefit applications with 99.8% accuracy
- Manage confidential veteran records in compliance with federal regulations
- Coordinate with multiple departments to resolve veteran inquiries within 24 hours
- Prepare detailed reports for senior leadership using advanced Excel functions
- Assist in onboarding new veteran clients with empathy and professionalism
- Maintain secure filing systems for sensitive documentation
- Support outreach initiatives for underserved veteran communities
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (college degree preferred)
- Minimum 1 year administrative or customer service experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Ability to pass federal background investigation
- Strong attention to detail with data entry experience
- Excellent communication skills in English (bilingual Spanish a plus)
- U.S. citizenship required
- Availability for flexible shifts including weekends