Job Description
Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in New Orleans as a Part-Time Federal Administrative Assistant. This prestigious opportunity allows you to serve our nation's heroes while gaining valuable federal experience. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and comprehensive benefits. We're seeking a dedicated professional to support critical operations in a mission-driven environment.
This role offers a unique pathway to federal employment with minimal overtime requirements and a 20-hour weekly schedule. Perfect for students, career-changers, or those seeking work-life balance without compromising impact.
Responsibilities
- Manage correspondence, records, and filing systems for veteran services department
- Coordinate scheduling for 15+ staff members and external stakeholders
- Process travel authorizations and expense reports using federal systems
- Assist with procurement requests and inventory management
- Support data entry and reporting for VA program metrics
- Prepare official correspondence using federal formatting standards
- Provide frontline customer service to veteran beneficiaries
- Collaborate with IT teams on system updates and troubleshooting
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship required
- Minimum 1 year administrative experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Ability to obtain and maintain federal background clearance
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Experience with federal procurement systems preferred
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills