About the opportunity
This position is assigned to the Veterans Service Center in the Business Office of the Health Administration Service under the oversight of the Assistant Medical Center Director. The incumbent performs a broad range of administrative activities in support of a business unit that administers health and related benefits within an integrated system of VA healthcare resources and healthcare access points. Major duties include serving as a Health Benefits Enrollment and Eligibility Advisor, managing Decedent Affairs Administration functions, and monitoring and processing admissions and transfers of inpatients from clinics and the Emergency Room.
Salary and benefits
- Competitive salary ranging from $42,027 to $54,635 per year
- Federal employee benefits including healthcare, retirement plans, and paid leave
- Potential service credit for job-related non-federal experience or active duty military service to determine annual leave accrual rates
Who can apply?
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Must be proficient in basic written and spoken English
- Must meet Selective Service Registration requirements for males born after 12/31/1959
- Must meet English Language Proficiency standards under 38 U.S.C. 7402(d)
- Must possess the Selective Placement Factor: Experience in organizing paper and electronic files, correspondence, data entry, and reporting
- Must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-04, or substitute education with four years above high school, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Must meet or exceed the cut score on the required USA Hire Assessments
Required documents
- Resume (must be no more than two pages in length)
- Cover Letter
- Transcript (required if basing all or part of qualifications on education)
- DD-214 or Statement of Service
- SF-50 / Notification of Personnel Action (current or former Federal employees)
- Disability Letter (Schedule A or VA)
- License or Professional Certification
- SF-15
- Separation Notice (RIF)
- ICTAP or CTAP documentation for displaced Federal employees
- Other supporting documentation as applicable
When to apply
- Date posted: August 25, 2026
- Application deadline: August 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM (ET)
How to apply
- Review the entire announcement and instructions carefully.
- Click 'Apply Online' on USAJOBS to create an account or log in to your existing account.
- Upload your resume (maximum two pages) and all necessary supporting documentation.
- Answer the questions presented in the application questionnaire.
- Submit your complete application package prior to 11:59 PM (ET) on August 31, 2026.
- Complete the required online USA Hire Assessments using the unique assessment access link provided upon submission.
Additional information
- Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a condition of employment for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel.
- Selected applicants will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period.
- The Fair Chance to Compete Act prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- U.S. citizens with at least one year of specialized administrative experience (GS-04 equivalent) or a four-year degree.
- Individuals with a proven track record in organizing electronic files, data entry, and reporting.
- Those interested in healthcare administration and managing patient admissions and eligibility.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role is strictly on-site in Albany, NY, requiring local residency or self-funded relocation.
- Employment is contingent upon participating in the seasonal influenza vaccination program.
- Applicants must pass a specific USA Hire Assessment to be considered.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This is an ideal entry-to-mid-level role for someone looking to build a federal administrative career. It offers a path to stability through federal benefits and the opportunity to serve the veteran community through essential benefits and admissions coordination.
Our take
Highly recommended for administrative professionals with a background in healthcare or veteran services who are seeking a stable federal career in Albany, NY.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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