Senior Executive Assistant — Policy Liaison (Onsite DC)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Washington; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Thrift Savings Plan

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Washington DC seeks an Executive Assistant to support the Office of General Counsel.

The role anchors the front office, coordinating legislative, administrative, and policy matters of national significance and serving as a high‑visibility liaison to senior leadership. The position emphasizes strategic communications, timely briefings, and proactive problem solving while maintaining tact and effective stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• Eligibility required under one of the listed hiring authorities (30% Disabled Veterans, Schedule A for persons with disabilities, current federal employees).
• Experience supporting top leadership with legislative, policy, and administrative matters.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with VA administrations on legislative initiatives and policy issues.
• Engage with Congressional committees and oversight bodies for national significance programs.
• Keep leadership informed on timelines and critical actions.
• Review legislative materials and GC opinions for implications and accuracy.
• Support FOIA reviews and manage OMB clearance coordination for leadership.
• Prepare briefing notes and written materials for senior officials.
• Lead daily mail call to present actionable items to leadership.
• Research veteran-focused programs and operational challenges; propose improvements.

Skills

Policy coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Legislative liaison

Executive support

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Washington DC seeks an Executive Assistant to support the Office of General Counsel.

The role anchors the front office, coordinating legislative, administrative, and policy matters of national significance and serving as a high‑visibility liaison to senior leadership. The position emphasizes strategic communications, timely briefings, and proactive problem solving while maintaining tact and effective stakeholder relationships.