We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Office Assistant to join our team. As an Office Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our office by supporting the upper management team. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be proficient in computer literacy, and have experience with office management tasks. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to contribute to a dynamic and fast-paced work environment. This individual will need to follow instruction, be open to learning, be able to problem solve, and must be able to think for themselves rather than require upper management to instruct and teach every task or request.
Responsibilities
- Greet and assist visitors in a friendly and professional manner
- Answer phone calls and direct them to the appropriate staff members
- Provide administrative support such as filing, scanning, and data entry
- Manage office supplies inventory and place orders when necessary
- Assist with scheduling appointments and maintaining calendars
- Perform basic bookkeeping tasks using QuickBooks
- Handle incoming and outgoing mail and packages
- Assist with customer support inquiries via phone, email, or in-person
- Maintain a clean and organized office environment
- Assist and support upper management team with vehicle management, vendor management, inventory tracking, and other basic support to the upper managment team of a construction company.
Experience
- Previous experience in an Office Assistant or administrative role preferred
- Proficiency in computer literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides)
- Familiarity with front desk operations and phone etiquette
- Experience with file management and organization
- Knowledge of basic bookkeeping principles using QuickBooks is a plus
- Experience working in a construction office setting is highly desirable
If you are a self-motivated individual with excellent organizational skills and a strong attention to detail, we encourage you to apply for the Office Assistant position. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for growth within our organization.
Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted for further consideration. Thank you for your interest in joining our team!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.50 - $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Washington, DC 20018: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person