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Actalent Receptionist And Office Assistant in Washington, District Of Columbia
Job Title: Receptionist and Office AssistantJob Description
We are seeking a reliable, personable, and highly organized Office Administrator & Front Desk Receptionist to serve as the first point of contact for our commercial real estate office. This role supports daily office operations, ensures a welcoming environment for visitors, and provides essential administrative assistance to internal teams. Prior commercial real estate experience is not required, though it is considered a plus.
Responsibilities
Serve as the first face guests see upon arrival, creating a warm and professional welcome.
Direct visitors, vendors, and clients to the appropriate team members.
Manage conference room setup, ensuring spaces are prepared for meetings.
Maintain inventory of office supplies, including pens, paper, snacks, coffee, and beverages.
Prepare and submit supply orders to the appropriate internal contact.
Monitor and maintain the kitchen and common areas to ensure cleanliness and organization.
Assist with printing materials and resolving basic printer issues, or coordinate service when needed.
Submit invoices into the system for the Business Support Team to process.
Prepare outgoing packages and coordinate shipments.
Draft and send internal office communications via email as needed.
Provide light operational support across the office as requested.
No phone coverage required — this role does not manage the main phone line.
Essential Skills
2+ years of office admin or front desk experience.
Experience with Microsoft Office and Outlook.
High School Diploma.
Strong interpersonal skills and a friendly, professional demeanor.
Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
Comfortable with basic office technology, such as printers, email, and office software.
Ability to multitask and support a busy office environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Commercial real estate experience is a plus but not required.
Work Environment
The work schedule is from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with flexibility to start at 9 AM. The office environment is business casual, allowing for comfortable attire such as golf shirts rather than suits and ties. You will be part of an office that typically accommodates around 40 brokers, along with a PM, IT, and marketing team. Parking is available in a nearby garage, though it is at your own expense.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Washington, DC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Washington,DC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 6, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.