Description We are currently seeking an Administrative Assistant for our office located in Columbia, Maryland, United States. The role involves various administrative and clerical duties in a dynamic work environment. This position is a short term contract employment opportunity. Responsibilities: • Answering inbound and outbound calls in a detail oriented manner • Providing excellent customer service to both internal and external visitors • Handling data entry tasks and email correspondence efficiently • Scanning and organizing documents systematically • Utilizing Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word) for various tasks • Scheduling appointments and managing calendars • Distributing mail to the appropriate recipients promptly • Processing office expenses accurately and timely • Ensuring reliability and the ability to work independently. Requirements • The candidate should have the ability to manage inbound calls effectively, addressing queries promptly and in a detail-oriented manner. • Strong customer service skills are necessary to ensure a high level of service is maintained. • Proficiency in data entry is required, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all tasks. • Excellent email correspondence skills are essential, with the ability to draft, edit, and send detail-oriented emails. • Experience with both inbound and outbound calls is a must, demonstrating excellent communication skills. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required, including the ability to create spreadsheets, use formulas, and analyze data. • Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook is needed for managing emails, schedules, and contacts. • Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint is essential for creating, editing, and presenting detail-oriented presentations. • The candidate must be able to use Microsoft Word effectively for drafting documents, reports, and letters. • The ability to schedule appointments accurately and efficiently, managing multiple calendars if necessary. TalentMatch® Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .