Administrative Assistant

LHH; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is partnering with a Washington, DC, organization to recruit an Administrative Assistant who will oversee day-to-day office operations and foster a productive, welcoming workplace environment. This role suits candidates with a background in office administration, facilities coordination, or workplace services who enjoy being the go-to resource for smooth operations.

The position is temporary (3+ months), fully onsite, Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, with pay at $22–$28 per hour.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in operations, office management, or related field.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and multitasking skills.
• Experience managing vendors, office operations and workplace logistics.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with proactive operational support.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for daily office and operational needs.
• Coordinate day-to-day office operations for a productive workplace.
• Build and maintain relationships with building management, vendors, and service providers.
• Manage office supplies, inventory, equipment, and resources.
• Coordinate facilities requests, repairs, and preventive maintenance.
• Support visitor management and front-office operations.
• Organize office logistics, meetings, and workplace initiatives.
• Ensure conference rooms and shared spaces are maintained and operational.
• Identify opportunities to improve office processes and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and resolve workplace issues proactively.
• Support special projects and administrative initiatives.

Skills

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Multitasking

Vendor management

Communication

Independent work

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

LHH is partnering with a mission-driven organization in Washington, DC, seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to oversee day-to-day office operations and create a productive, welcoming workplace environment. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with a background in office administration, workplace coordination, facilities support, office management, administrative operations, or workplace services who enjoy being the go-to resource for keeping an office running smoothly.

Schedule & Compensation

• Temporary position, 3+ months with potential for extension
• Fully onsite, Monday-Friday
• 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (1-hour unpaid lunch)
• Pay: $22-$28 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for daily office and operational needs
• Coordinate day-to-day office operations to ensure a productive and efficient workplace
• Build and maintain positive relationships with building management, vendors, and service providers
• Manage office supplies, inventory, equipment, and workplace resources
• Coordinate facilities requests, repairs, preventative maintenance, and office improvements
• Support visitor management and front-office operations as needed
• Organize office logistics, employee amenities, meetings, and workplace initiatives
• Ensure conference rooms, common areas, and shared spaces are maintained and fully operational
• Identify opportunities to improve office processes and operational efficiency
• Proactively troubleshoot and resolve workplace issues before they impact employees or visitors
• Support special projects and administrative initiatives as assigned

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in operations, office management, office administration, workplace services, facilities coordination, or a related field
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and multitasking skills
• Experience managing vendors, office operations, and workplace logistics
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to operational support

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a professional who is:

• Friendly, approachable, and highly service-oriented
• Proactive and resourceful
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-through
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Passionate about creating a positive employee and visitor experience
• Someone who takes ownership of operational processes and continuously seeks improvements

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in operations, office administration, workplace services, facilities coordination, or office management who enjoys taking ownership of daily operations and serving as a key contributor to a collaborative team.

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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