Administrative Assistant

We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to support daily business operations in Washington, District of Columbia. This Contract to permanent position is fully onsite and offers the opportunity to contribute across front desk coordination, office administration, and team support in a fast-paced, detail-focused environment. The ideal candidate brings strong organization, clear written communication, and the ability to manage a wide range of responsibilities with accuracy and urgency. Apply today! By sending an updated resume to Fana Belcher at [fana.belcher][at]roberthalf[dot][com.

Responsibilities:

• Welcome visitors, answer incoming calls, and serve as the first point of contact for office-related inquiries.

• Prepare, review, and distribute routine correspondence, reports, and client-facing documents with close attention to detail.

• Track daily operational updates, including office attendance, availability reporting, and other recurring administrative summaries.

• Coordinate logistics for meetings, internal events, and special office activities while ensuring a smooth on-site experience.

• Respond to common office questions such as parking, visitor access, and general administrative requests.

• Provide data entry and document management support to maintain accurate business records and organized files.

• Assist with facility-related matters by escalating issues and helping coordinate timely resolution.

• Support administrative processes tied to client communications, including template-based responses and agreement documentation.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in administrative support, office coordination, reception, or a similar business support role.
• Proven ability to manage front desk responsibilities while balancing multiple priorities throughout the day.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to proofread and produce high-quality documents quickly.
• Experience handling inbound calls, data entry, and general office administration with a high degree of accuracy.
• Comfortable working fully onsite in Washington, District of Columbia.
• Demonstrated professionalism, curiosity, and responsiveness in a fast-moving work environment.
• Proficiency with standard office systems and common business software used for reporting, communication, and scheduling.

Compensation

$19.79-$22.91 Hourly

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