The Department of Veterans Affairs is one of the largest federal employers, with 400,000+ employees across medical centers, benefits offices, and cemeteries. The VA is currently hiring for 50,000+ positions nationwide, offering stable government careers with exceptional benefits.
🔥 Top VA Job Openings (2024-2025)
These high-demand positions are hiring now:
1. Healthcare Professionals
- Registered Nurses (GS-9 to GS-13 | $60,000 – $120,000)
- Physicians (GP-15 | $120,000 – $300,000+)
- Psychologists (GS-11 to GS-13 | $85,000 – $140,000)
- Medical Support Assistants (GS-3 to GS-5 | $35,000 – $50,000)
2. Veterans Benefits Administration
- VSR (Veterans Service Rep) (GS-7 to GS-10 | $46,000 – $72,000)
- Rating Veterans Service Rep (RVSR) (GS-11 to GS-13 | $72,000 – $115,000)
3. Technical & Administrative
- IT Specialists (GS-9 to GS-13 | $60,000 – $120,000)
- HR Specialists (GS-7 to GS-12 | $46,000 – $105,000)
- Office Support Assistants (GS-4 to GS-6 | $35,000 – $50,000)
📌 How to Apply for VA Jobs
Follow this step-by-step process:
1. Create USAJOBS Account
- Register at USAJOBS.gov
- Complete profile with work history (last 10 years)
2. Search VA Openings
- Use filters:
- Department: “Veterans Affairs”
- Series: 0610 (Nurse), 0185 (Social Work), 2210 (IT)
- Location: Remote/onsite options
3. Submit Application Package
Must include:
- Federal resume (detailed with months/years)
- Occupational questionnaire
- Supporting documents (licenses, transcripts, DD-214 if veteran)
4. Hiring Process Timeline
- Application review (2-8 weeks)
- Assessments (Some positions only)
- Interviews (Panel style common)
- Tentative offer (With salary info)
- Background check (2-6 months)
- Final offer & onboarding
💰 VA Salary & Benefits
| Position Level | Salary Range | Key Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Entry-Level | $35,000 – $60,000 | ✅ Student loan repayment (up to $200K for clinicians) |
| Mid-Career | $60,000 – $120,000 | ✅ Education debt reduction program |
| Senior | $120,000+ | ✅ 5-8 weeks paid leave/year |
Additional Benefits:
- Pension (FERS: 1% per year of service)
- TSP with 5% match (Federal 401k)
- Malpractice insurance (for providers)
- VA home loan eligibility
⚡ 5 Tips to Get Hired Faster
- Use the Resume Builder on USAJOBS
- Apply to “Direct Hire” announcements (Faster process)
- Highlight veteran preference (If applicable)
- Tailor resume to each announcement
- Follow up after 4-6 weeks
❌ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting civilian-style resume
- Missing application deadlines
- Not claiming veterans’ preference
- Incomplete work history dates
✅ Start Your Application
➡️ Current VA Openings:
USAJOBS VA Search