Front Desk Admin

Location: Columbia, MD

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Pay Rate: $20-$22 per hour, based on experience

Position Type: Temporary with the opportunity for permanent hire for the right candidate

Position Overview

We are seeking a professional, friendly, and organized Front Desk Admin to serve as the first point of contact for visitors, clients, vendors, and employees. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced office environment, providing exceptional customer service, and supporting daily administrative operations.

This is a possible temp-to-hire opportunity with a growing organization for a candidate who demonstrates reliability, professionalism, and strong administrative skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a welcoming and professional front desk and lobby area
• Greet and direct visitors, including clients, vendors, and job candidates
• Answer, screen, and route incoming telephone calls
• Assist with meeting coordination, including room reservations, setup, equipment, and catering arrangements
• Sort and distribute incoming and outgoing mail and packages
• Oversee the office café area by making coffee, restocking supplies, and maintaining cleanliness
• Provide general administrative support to office staff
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned

Qualifications

Required Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Required Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of receptionist, front desk, or general office administration experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize tasks and make sound decisions in a busy environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including:
  • Word
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • Outlook
• Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities
• Positive, outgoing, and professional demeanor
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.