Office Assistant
- Washington, DC, United States
$20.9 to $24.2 USD / hour
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Job details
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- $20.9 to $24.2 USD / hour
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- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
We are looking for an organized and service-oriented Office Assistant to support daily operations for a Contract position in Washington, District of Columbia. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys creating a welcoming environment, keeping shared spaces prepared, and handling a variety of administrative duties with consistency and care. The role combines front-office support, office coordination, and hands-on assistance to help the team and showroom run smoothly each day.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare the office and showroom at the start of each day by replenishing supplies, organizing common areas, and ensuring hospitality items are ready for use.
- Welcome visitors in a courteous and attentive manner and provide front-desk coverage when sales team members are unavailable.
- Enter and update information accurately in company records, spreadsheets, or internal documents.
- Support day-to-day administrative functions such as scanning, document organization, and general clerical assistance.
- Maintain and file showroom sample materials in an orderly system so items can be located quickly when needed.
- Collect incoming deliveries from the mailroom or building entrance and bring packages into the office promptly.
- Assist with meeting support by arranging beverages and preparing guest areas for scheduled appointments.
- Answer inbound calls and direct inquiries to the appropriate team members while maintaining a courteous and helpful approach.
- Previous experience in an office assistant, receptionist, or administrative support role.
- Comfortable performing data entry, filing, scanning, and other routine clerical tasks with attention to detail.
- Ability to greet guests courteously and provide dependable front-office support.
- Familiarity with basic office equipment, including scanners, printers, phones, and coffee or hospitality station setup.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple small tasks throughout the day.
- Capable of handling packages, moving light office materials, and supporting showroom upkeep as needed.
- Clear communication skills and a responsive, service-focused attitude in a detail-oriented office setting.
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Skills
- Administrative support
- Front Desk
- Sales
- Data entry
- Attention to detail
- Greet guests
- Office equipment
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills