Job Title: Office Assistant (Receptionist)
Industry: Higher Education / Legal Administration
Location (City, State): Baltimore, MD
Assignment Type: Contract (3–6 months, with potential for extension)
Pay: $20-25/hour
Work Schedule:
Monday–Friday, standard business hours (8:30 AM – 5:00 PM) with a one-hour lunch; slight flexibility may be available. Fully onsite role (5 days/week).
Benefits:
This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
About Our Client:
Addison Group is partnering with a well-established organization in the higher education space to hire a professional and polished Office Assistant to support their legal/administrative office. This role sits in a highly visible environment and requires strong professionalism and customer service skills.
Job Description:
The Office Assistant will act as the face of the office, delivering exceptional front desk support while assisting with a variety of administrative functions. This individual will help maintain daily office operations and ensure a welcoming, organized, and efficient environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Front Desk Support:
Greet and assist visitors, ensuring a positive and professional first impression
Manage incoming calls and route inquiries appropriately
Oversee reception areas, keeping spaces clean, organized, and presentable
Administrative Coordination:
Provide support with scheduling, calendars, and appointment coordination
Assist in planning meetings, including reserving rooms and preparing materials
Perform general clerical duties such as data entry, document management, and filing
Support basic invoice handling and administrative processing tasks
Office Operations:
Help coordinate internal activities and small office events
Provide backup assistance to administrative staff when needed
Contribute to smooth day-to-day office functionality
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required
2–4 years of experience in an administrative, receptionist, or office support role preferred
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational abilities with attention to detail
Ability to multitask and manage priorities effectively
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Additional Details:
$20-25/hour
Perks:
Opportunity to work in a prestigious and professional office setting
Gain experience supporting a legal/administrative team
Build valuable administrative and customer service skills
Collaborative and team-oriented environment