Staff Assistant

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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of General Counsel, is seeking qualified candidates to join our team in Washington, D.C., as a Senior Staff Assistant supporting our Senior Executive leadership.

+++This opportunity is exclusively open to U.S. Veterans with a service-connected disability of 30% or greater and individuals eligible under Schedule A due to a disability+++

Grade: GS-13

Location:
Washington, D.C. (VA Central Office), on-site work required five days a week

Salary Range: $121,785 - $158,322, dependent on experience

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to senior leadership, ensuring efficient handling of legal matters and project coordination.

Qualifications:

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Knowledge of legal procedures, protocols, and terminology
• Attention to detail with strong problem-solving skills and analytical thinking
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently under pressure
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• Willingness to work onsite at VA's Central Office in Washington, D.C., five days a week

Why Join OGC?

Benefits include:

• Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k)) with matching contributions
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid leave
• Vision insurance
• Veteran status with at least 30% service-connected disability
• Schedule A eligibility due to disability