Front Desk Receptionist/Administrative Assistant

Job Title: Front Desk Receptionist/Administrative Assistant
Location: Reston, VA
Type: Contract
Compensation: $18/h
Work Model: Onsite – onsite
Hours:
Mon: 10am-5pm (occasionally Chantilly, if needed)
Wed – Thu: 10am-4pm
Fri: 10am-5pm (occasionally Chantilly, if needed)

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for the company, welcoming guests and visitors in a professional manner.
• Coordinate front-desk activities, including distributing correspondence and redirecting phone calls.
• Perform daily walk-through of the office to ensure cleanliness of lobby and common areas including the kitchens.
• Greet and direct all visitors, including vendors, clients, job candidates, and customers.
• Sign for packages and accept mail; coordinate the pick-up and delivery of express mail services (FedEx / UPS).
• Monitor inventory and stock office and break room supplies.
• Maintain calendars for conference rooms and resolve scheduling conflicts.
• Perform administrative and office support activities including answering incoming calls and filing.
• Assist consultants with copying and collating work, and help prepare presentations and handouts.
• Coordinate meetings and set-ups, including food ordering as needed.
• Handle special administrative projects from Accounting, HR, Security, and other departments.

• One year of administrative experience.
• Friendly and professional demeanor.
• Ability to work and excel in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office preferred.
• Detail-oriented with excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
• Ability to learn and adapt to change.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred.