Description We are offering a contract-to-hire employment opportunity for an Office Assistant in Columbus, Ohio. In this role, you will be integral to the smooth operation of our team, responsible for scheduling, customer service, and data management tasks. Responsibilities: • Managing the scheduling of appointments and meetings for technicians and team members • Answering calls, directing them appropriately, and providing excellent customer service • Handling email correspondence and promptly responding to inquiries • Conducting data entry tasks using MS Excel, MS Word, and Outlook • Keeping track of customers and maintaining accurate records • Demonstrating professional phone etiquette and communication skills • Ensuring punctuality and maintaining a consistent presence onsite • Coordinating team schedules and making necessary adjustments • Utilizing scheduling tools for efficient calendar management • Assuring attention to detail in all tasks and communications. Requirements • Minimum of two years' experience in an office assistant role or similar administrative position • Proficiency in scheduling tasks such as organizing daily schedules, coordinating team schedules, scheduling appointments, making schedule changes, and managing scheduled appointments • Demonstrated competence in job scheduling and work scheduling • Proven ability to manage calendar appointments efficiently, including scheduling meetings • Experience and proficiency in data entry tasks • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook, and Word • Excellent phone etiquette with experience in answering multi-line phone systems, directing phone calls, handling inbound telephone calls, and phone inquiries • Experience in managing phone operations and maintaining a pleasant phone manner • Familiarity with multi-line phone systems and switchboard operations • Ability to provide telephone support • Excellent written communication skills, with a focus on email correspondence • Ability to work in a team environment and coordinate team scheduling • Must have a professional demeanor and be able to maintain confidentiality • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities. 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. © 2024 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) .