Job Title : Front Desk Receptionist / Administrative Assistant
Location : Gaithersburg, MD - on-site Monday - Friday
Duration : 6 Month Contract with possible extension or conversion
Reports to : Chief Of Staff
Pay Rate : $20-22 per hour
Hours : 8 : 30am-4 : 30pm
Dress Code : Business Casual
Main Purpose of Job :
The Receptionist is responsible for performing clerical tasks within an office setting to support daily operations and provide administrative support. Primary duties include greeting visitors, accepting deliveries, delivering packages to employees, and setting up meetings. The Receptionist must deliver exceptional customer service and provide a welcoming environment. This dynamic on-site position requires the ability to anticipate needs, think critically, and offer solutions with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.
Key Responsibilities :
- Complete a variety of administrative tasks for the leadership team, including :
Collecting and preparing information for meetings with staff and outside parties.
Composing and preparing correspondence.Reserving meeting rooms.Maintaining contact lists.Making travel arrangements.Completing expense and mileage reports.Greet visitors and notify staff of their arrival.Inventory and order office supplies.Maintain and stock the reception area and common areas.Maintain professionalism and strict confidentiality with all materials, exercising discretion when interfacing with the business.Other Responsibilities :
Manage catering requests for working lunches and entertaining visitors by ensuring appropriate refreshments are ordered.Coordinate with other administrative team members to replenish office materials such as printer supplies, paper, office supplies, snacks, etc.Provide internal and external event management support.Manage, coordinate, and arrange senior executives' travel and travel-related activities, including hotel booking, transportation, meals, and expense reporting.Perform administrative and office support tasks, such as typing, dictation, spreadsheet creation, faxing, and maintaining the filing system and contact database.Manage sensitive matters with a high level of confidentiality and discretion.Sustain an annual calendar of routine or repeating meetings and events.Complete ad hoc projects or other duties as assigned.Person Specification :
Experience & Knowledge :
Essential :
Excellent written and verbal communication skills while representing senior executives.Excellent organizational skills to ensure matters are dealt with efficiently and suitably.Ability to successfully multi-task when handling a busy workload.Advanced computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel).Working knowledge of office administrative practices and procedures.Desirable :
Experience working within a biotech company or similar area.Experience working within a high-tech industry and / or a growing company.Apple iOS experience is a plus.Key Behavioral Attributes :
Analytical ThinkingAttention to CommunicationDiagnostic Information GatheringManaging Self PerformanceResults OrientedTeamworkThoroughnessWritten and Oral CommunicationBuilding Collaborative RelationshipsFostering TeamworkInfluencing OthersInitiativeInterpersonal AwarenessEducation & Qualifications :
High school graduate with significant administrative management experience; college degree preferred.2 years of administrative or relevant experience supporting senior executives required; experience supporting C-suite and Board level executives desired.The Midtown Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are a small, woman-owned business certified by the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). Operating from our headquarters in Washington, DC, we provide trusted staffing services nationwide. Our clients include thousands of the most prestigious Fortune 500 companies, law firms, financial organizations, tech innovators, non-profits, and lobbying firms, as well as federal, state and local government agencies.
Salary : $20 - $22
