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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)

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.