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Administrative Assistant
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What they do
An Office or Administrative Assistant performs administrative work in an office. Works in a wide variety of office settings, such as a company or business, or a government office or school. Manages paper and electronic files, uses office equipment including computers, responds to phone calls and emails, routes mail and maintains calendars and schedules.
$50,177 / year median in California
-12% projected decline
Job Description
Description We are looking for an organized and proactive Administrative Assistant to support leadership and key business functions in Richmond, California. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing executive support, coordination tasks, and document management in a fast-paced office setting. The role will contribute to bid preparation, team communication, marketing support, and event logistics while helping keep daily operations on track. Responsibilities Executive & Administrative Support + Provide administrative support to company leadership, including calendar management, scheduling meetings, coordinating reminders, and preparing presentations. + Manage correspondence, maintain organized files, and assist with day-to-day office administration. + Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to gather information and ensure timely completion of projects. Estimating & Procurement Support + Assist with bid packages, RFQs, RFPs, prequalification packages, and other procurement-related documentation. + Track deadlines and help ensure all required documents are completed and submitted accurately and on time. + Support the estimating team with administrative tasks and document management. + Maintain organized records and electronic filing systems for proposals and project-related materials. Marketing & Event Coordination + Maintain and organize company marketing assets, project information, and employee profiles. + Update website content and ensure company information remains current and accurate. + Assist with presentation preparation using existing templates. + Coordinate logistics for career fairs, recruiting events, client events, conferences, and company functions. + Support company apparel and promotional item ordering and inventory management. Requirements + Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including proofreading and grammar. + Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. + Dependable, proactive, and committed to follow-through. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. + Comfortable working collaboratively with multiple departments and stakeholders. + Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent education/experience required. 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 "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .