Front Desk & Administrative Coordinator (Des Moines)

HDR, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to serve as the primary receptionist for the Des Moines office and provide administrative support for the Nebraska/Iowa Area.

This full-time, in-office role focuses on delivering a welcoming experience for employees, clients, and visitors, coordinating meetings, and supporting leadership with communications and documents. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; MS Office proficiency.
• Excellent verbal and written communication including grammar and proofreading.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced office.

Responsibilities

• Answer and direct phone calls, greet visitors, and distribute mail.
• Coordinate meeting rooms and set up technology.
• Organize in-house and client meeting logistics.
• Process mail, deliveries, and courier services.
• Support HR and admin staff with reports and onboarding.
• Prepare letters, memos, labels, and presentations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Verbal & written comms

Multi-tasking

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate degree

Tools

MS Office (Word, Outlook)

Job description

HDR, Inc. in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to serve as the primary receptionist for the Des Moines office and provide administrative support for the Nebraska/Iowa Area.

This full-time, in-office role focuses on delivering a welcoming experience for employees, clients, and visitors, coordinating meetings, and supporting leadership with communications and documents. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple