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Robert Half
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.
$44,283 / year median in Virginia
-6% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to support daily office operations for a Contract position in Virginia. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys keeping schedules organized, maintaining accurate records, and providing dependable support to both staff and program participants. The role requires strong administrative judgment, careful data handling, and a detail-oriented approach to communication in a fast-paced rental and leasing services environment.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate calendars, arrange appointments, and help keep staff schedules running efficiently.
- Organize and maintain both digital and paper participant records in alignment with program and company documentation standards.
- Enter and update information in Yardi or comparable housing management systems with a high degree of accuracy.
- Assist with administrative processing related to recertifications, interim updates, and routine written communications.
- Monitor reports, activity logs, and workflow trackers to support smooth departmental operations.
- Respond to inbound calls, greet visitors, and provide general front-office and receptionist support.
- Prepare, file, and distribute documents while ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timely follow-through.