Front Office Administrator

Back to Careers Front Office Administrator Seattle, WA About Us Northwest Hydraulic Consultants (NHC) is seeking a front office administrator for our new Kent, WA location. NHC is an international firm of civil engineers and geoscientists providing professional services for the development, management, and protection of water resources. A career at NHC has you supporting a specialized team of geoscientists, water resources engineers, hydrologists, surveyors, field technicians, and GIS specialists. About the Role This is an entry- to mid-level position with a targeted start date of September 1, 2026. The responsibilities and hourly rate will be dependent on the individual's qualifications. The position requires in-office work with core hours between 9:00am - 3:00pm, Monday through Friday. The successful candidate will work closely with the HR Manager and Senior Office Administrator, as well as possible interaction with the Accounting team, depending on experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform receptionist duties, to include receiving visitors, managing deliveries and providing a warm and friendly face to staff as they come and go each day Coordinate shipping via USPS, FedEx and UPS Office administration duties, to include assisting with office, janitorial and kitchen supplies; equipment needs (printers, break room, etc.); coordinating with property managers regarding office maintenance; and handling janitorial requests Assist with Certificate of Insurance requests Assist Management and Accounting personnel as needed Perform general administrative duties/tasks as requested Required Skills and Experience High School Diploma or GED required; two-year associate or technical college training in business or office administration is a plus Confidentiality Attention to detail Excellent writing, organizational, communication, time-management and interpersonal skills Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat Great Reasons to Join Us NHC offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including annual performance-based bonuses.

Salary Range:

$26.00 - $32.00 hourly depending on experience Benefits (effective within 30 days of start date): Full healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) Employer-provided benefit allowance Family-friendly benefits and work/life balance Paid vacation, sick leave, and holiday time 401(k) with employer contributions Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Voluntary supplemental insurance Professional development opportunities Free snacks and beverages Free basic Costco membership View full benefits offered here . NHC's success has always depended on our creative and productive employees. We celebrate and welcome a diverse community of employees and foster their professional development and well-being. NHC is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status . Interested candidates should apply through our website ( https://nhcwater.com/about-us/careers ); please provide a cover letter and resume with your application. If you have a location preference, please specify in your response. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested? Please send us your resume, cover letter, and references. Apply