Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Sacramento, CA, where your career stability meets impactful public service. We're seeking a dedicated Federal Program Specialist to support veterans' services in Northern California. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, competitive pay, and a mission-driven environment. This is your opportunity to build a lifelong career while making a tangible difference in our community.
Responsibilities
- Analyze federal program data to optimize veteran service delivery
- Coordinate interagency partnerships for veteran support initiatives
- Develop compliance reports for federal grant requirements
- Train staff on VA policy and procedural updates
- Manage grant budgets exceeding $1M annually
- Conduct site visits to verify service quality standards
- Represent VA at community outreach events
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field
- 3+ years federal program management experience
- Active security clearance (or ability to obtain)
- Proficiency with federal grant management systems
- Strong analytical and report-writing skills
- Experience with veterans' service organizations preferred
- Knowledge of federal procurement regulations
- US citizenship required