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Posted July 17, 2026
Robert Half

Office Assistant

San Jose, CA 95113-2380, US Temporary
Compensation: $20.90 to $24.20 Hourly

We are looking for a detail-oriented Office Assistant to support daily administrative and front-desk operations in California. This is a Contract position ideal for someone who enjoys creating an organized, welcoming office environment while handling a variety of clerical and customer-facing tasks. The person in this role will help keep office workflows moving smoothly by managing communications, documents, and general administrative support.

Responsibilities:
• Welcome visitors and provide attentive front-desk support to create a positive first impression for the office.
• Answer incoming calls, direct inquiries to the appropriate contacts, and take accurate messages when needed.
• Scan, organize, and maintain paper and digital documents so records remain accessible and up to date.
• Perform a range of administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, copying, and preparing routine office materials.
• Assist with general office coordination to ensure day-to-day operations run efficiently and on schedule.
• Support clerical processes by tracking documents, handling basic correspondence, and maintaining organized work areas.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in an office assistant, receptionist, or similar administrative support role.
• Ability to manage inbound calls effectively and communicate clearly with visitors, colleagues, and customers.
• Proficiency in scanning, filing, and organizing both physical and electronic documents.
• Strong clerical and administrative skills, including data entry and routine record maintenance.
• Good attention to detail with the ability to handle multiple tasks accurately in a fast-paced setting.
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and capable of maintaining confidentiality when handling office information.

Compensation

$20.90-$24.20 Hourly

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