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Administrative Assistant

Sparks Group

Washington, DC

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$22–$27 Per Hour
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Billing, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Establish Priorities, Financial Transactions, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Operations, Organizational Skills, Record Keeping, Team Player, Telephone Skills, Time Management, Travel Planning, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Washington, DC
POSTED
1 day ago
Job Summary/Company:
Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment? Are you passionate about supporting high-achieving individuals and contributing to academic excellence?

We are seeking a highly motivated and organized Administrative Assistant to join a prestigious university, known for its world-class research and commitment to innovation. In this temporary role, you'll play a vital role in supporting the smooth daily operations of a department, providing exceptional assistance to faculty, staff, and students.

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination and Booster is required.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage and prioritize calendars, schedule meetings, and handle travel arrangements.
  • Draft and edit correspondence, emails, and other documents with accuracy and professionalism.
  • Process and manage invoices, requisitions, and other financial transactions.
  • Maintain accurate records and filing systems, both physical and digital.
  • Answer phone calls, respond to inquiries promptly, and provide excellent customer service.
  • Assist with special projects and initiatives as needed.
Qualifications/Background Profile:
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant or similar role.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
  • Excellent communication, written and verbal, with impeccable attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Discreet and professional demeanor, maintaining confidentiality at all times.


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This job is In-Person.

Pay Range: Hourly $22.00 to $27.00

We offer several comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, paid and unpaid time off, and retirement and savings plans to qualifying employees.

Download the Sparks Group mobile app from Apple App Store or Google Play .

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Sparks Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, citizenship, family status, genetic information, disability, or protect veteran status.

This Position Requires U.S. Citizenship

This Position May Either Require COVID-19 Vaccination or Regular Testing

About the Company

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Sparks Group

Bringing the Best People and the Best Companies Together Since 1970.

Sparks Group (formerly SPARKS, Sparks IT Solutions, and Sparks Personnel) is the Washington DC Area's leading temporary staffing and full-time recruiting services provider. Whether you are seeking your next opportunity or looking to add talent, Sparks Group is the ideal partner for you! Each of our four divisions (Sparks Office, Sparks Accounting & Finance, Sparks IT, and Sparks Creative) specializes in placing professionals in temporary/contract, temporary-to-full-time, and full-time roles across a diverse array of staffing categories, positions and levels including: office/administrative, customer service, human resources and talent acquisition, legal support, government and cleared personnel, mortgage/banking, accounting and finance, contracts and procurement, information technology and creative/marketing.

Sparks Group brings over four decades of experience placing professionals in challenging and rewarding positions at many of the area’s most prestigious organizations. Our primary focus is presenting opportunities that match each candidate’s skill-sets, experience levels, career objectives, and growth needs. Sparks Group has regularly ranked as one of the top US staffing and recruiting firms having been named to Inavero’s Best of Staffing Lists® for Client and Employee Satisfaction (2012-2017). Additionally, Sparks Group is proud to have been recently selected for other awards Staffing Industry Analysts’ 2017 Best Staffing Firms to Work For, Washington Business Journal Best Places to Work (2017), the Washington Post’s Top Workplaces® List (2017, 2014), Forbes® Best Professional Recruiting Firms (2017), and the National Capital Business Ethics Award.

COMPANY SIZE
50 to 99 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1970
WEBSITE
https://www.sparksgroupinc.com

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