Overview
Office Assistant Jobs in Columbia, MD at Robert Half
Title: Office Assistant
Company: Robert Half
Location: Columbia, MD
We are looking for a detail-oriented Office Assistant to join our team in Columbia, Maryland. This long-term contract position offers an excellent opportunity to support daily administrative operations and ensure the smooth functioning of office activities. The ideal candidate will excel in clerical work, communication, and organizational tasks.
Responsibilities:
• Welcome visitors and manage receptionist duties with professionalism and efficiency.
• Handle incoming phone calls, redirecting them as necessary and providing accurate information.
• Scan, organize, and maintain digital copies of documents for easy access and retrieval.
• Perform general clerical tasks, including filing, data entry, and maintaining office supplies.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of administrative projects and assignments.
• Collaborate with team members to support office operations and resolve issues.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace to promote a productive environment.
• Assist in the preparation and distribution of reports and correspondence.
• Follow office policies and procedures to ensure compliance and consistency.
• Provide support for other administrative tasks as needed.
• Proven experience in receptionist or administrative roles.
• Proficiency in scanning, organizing, and maintaining documents.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle inbound calls in a detail-oriented and courteous manner.
• Familiarity with basic clerical duties such as filing and data entry.
• Exceptional time management and organizational abilities.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced office environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional qualifications are a plus.
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