Receptionist - Washington, DC Area (Temporary, potential to convert)
LHH is partnering with a nonprofit organization in the Washington, DC area to hire a Receptionist to support front office and administrative tasks. This is a temporary position with the potential to convert to permanent. Pay is between $21-$24 per hour, which equates to approximately $50,000-$53,000 annually once converted, based on experience. This position requires onsite work 5 days a week and offers free parking.
Responsibilities
- Greet and assist visitors and guests in a friendly and professional manner
- Answer, screen, and route incoming phone calls
- Schedule and coordinate appointments and meetings
- Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence, including mail and email
- Maintain office supplies and coordinate restocking as needed
- Support administrative staff with various tasks and projects
- Assist with event coordination and preparation
- Ensure the front desk area is tidy and organized
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in an office support or front desk role
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Professional and friendly demeanor
- Ability to start immediately and commit to onsite work 5 days a week
- Reliable and punctual with strong attention to detail
Benefits
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.
Employment details
- Seniority level: Entry level
- Employment type: Temporary
- Job function: Administrative
- Industries: Non-profit Organizations