Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as a Part-Time Administrative Assistant in our Manhattan office. This flexible opportunity allows you to serve our nation's heroes while maintaining work-life balance. We offer competitive federal benefits, including retirement plans and health insurance eligibility.
Perfect for students, career-changers, or professionals seeking meaningful part-time work. You'll gain invaluable federal experience while supporting critical veteran services. Apply today to become part of an agency dedicated to honoring America's veterans through timely, compassionate care.
Responsibilities
- Process veteran benefit applications with precision and confidentiality
- Manage electronic records and maintain accurate filing systems
- Coordinate communications between veterans and medical staff
- Assist with scheduling and calendar management for department heads
- Prepare routine correspondence and reports using federal templates
- Respond to inquiries via phone, email, and in-person interactions
- Support outreach initiatives for veteran community events
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
- High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred
- Previous federal or administrative experience a plus
- Ability to pass federal background check
- Flexible availability (20-25 hours/week, including some weekends)