Job Announcement Open: June 23, 2026; Close: July 3, 2026
Position Summary
Title: Administrative Assistant
Reports to: State Adjutant
Key Contacts: State Quartermaster, State Commander, various State Officers, and external
stakeholders
Key Responsibilities
Office Management
· Assist in interactions with subordinate units and external visitors.
· Coordinate and register members for meetings
· Coordinate with Posts and Districts regarding VFW Programs, assist with their completion documentation
· Coordinate with Posts and Districts regarding updates from State Leadership
· Coordinate with vendors to assist with fulfillment of orders
· Prepare correspondence for signature
· Maintain office supplies
· Design ad pages for various events
Administrative Support
· Assist with the preparation of meeting materials and minutes for State and some committee meetings.
· Manage room bookings and prepare meeting documents.
· Organize, maintain, and archive files (physical and electronic) for the State Adjutant/Quartermaster.
· Open, sort, and distribute incoming mail; recommend actions for mail requiring attention.
· Procure office supplies and manage executive protocols such as holiday and thank you cards.
· Prepare various reports, outlines and documents as needed
Qualifications
· Education: Associate degree or equivalent experience.
· Experience: 3+ years of administrative experience in a business environment.
· Skills:
o Excellent judgment, oral, and written communication.
o Strong organizational, research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
o Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, work under pressure, and handle multiple tasks.
o Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
o High level of confidentiality and minimal supervision required.
Working Conditions
· Office environment with standard office equipment.
· Use of various software applications.
Major Accountabilities
· Ensure efficient administrative support for the Adjutant and Quartermaster.
· Maintain necessary office materials and supplies.
· Prepare and distribute documents, reports, presentations, and schedules.
· Process and acknowledge unsolicited donations and manage government form filings.
Membership Encouragement
· Employees are encouraged, if eligible, to join the VFW or VFW Auxiliary and promote membership benefits.
Note: This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.