Administrative Assistant

Robert Half • Artesia, CA • 3h ago

Description We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to support daily office operations for a local government team in Artesia, California. This is a Contract position with an immediate start, initially covering several consecutive workdays with the potential for a short-term extension. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, professionalism in public-facing communication, and confidence handling administrative tasks in a fast-paced office setting.

Responsibilities:

Manage incoming phone calls and direct inquiries to the appropriate department or staff member while maintaining a courteous and helpful approach.

Provide front-line administrative support by responding to emails, preparing correspondence, and assisting with routine office communication.

Enter, update, and maintain records accurately in office systems and spreadsheets to support daily operations.

Coordinate calendars, arrange appointments, and help keep schedules organized for assigned team members.

Prepare and format documents, presentations, and reports using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Assist with outbound calls and follow-up communication as needed to support departmental activities and service requests.

Support general office functions such as organizing files, tracking information, and ensuring administrative processes run smoothly. Requirements

Previous experience in an administrative support or office coordination role.

Ability to communicate effectively by phone, email, and in person while providing strong customer service.

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Accurate data entry skills with strong attention to detail.

Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet short-term deadlines.

Experience handling inbound and outbound calls in a detail-focused environment.

Strong organizational skills and the ability to schedule appointments and maintain orderly records.

City experience

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Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. 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.

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