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Department of Veterans Affairs: Federal Jobs Overview
The VA administers programs involving health care, pensions, benefits and employment to aid U.S. veterans and their families, runs the veterans’ hospital system and operates our national cemeteries. Recent hiring has focused on attracting qualified health care professionals, claims examiners, and human resources specialists.
Number of Employees
205,542
Career Fields
Medical and Public Health
Security and Protection
Legal
Administration / Program Management
Future Hiring Projections (FY 2007-09)
30,238
Top Five Occupations
Registered Nurse (11,321)
Physician (5,174)
Practical Nurse – LPN/VN (4,080)
Certified Nursing Assistant (3,564)
Pharmacist (1,847)
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Current Vacancies
Click here for a current list of Veterans Affairs vacancies.
Source
Partnership for Public Service, Where the Jobs Are: Mission Critical Opportunities for America, 2007.
