Part Time Receptionist Jobs in Columbia, MD

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Temporary Receptionist

Mclean, VA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
18 - 18 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a Temporary Receptionist for as-needed project support. This role is ideal for a polished, professional individual with strong communication skills and prior office experience. You will be working onsite as needed helping with project support. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Greet visitors and provide a welcoming front office presence</li><li>Answer and direct incoming calls</li><li>Support administrative and project-based tasks as needed</li><li>Manage schedules, messages, and general office coordination</li><li>Assist with filing, data entry, and other clerical duties</li></ul>
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Temporary Receptionist

Reston, VA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
18 - 18 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a professional Temporary Receptionist for as-needed assignments. This role is ideal for someone with prior office experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to provide reliable front desk and project support in a fast-paced environment. This position is as needed temporary work, looking for project support and great communication skills and prior office experience. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Greet visitors and maintain a welcoming front desk presence</li><li>Answer and direct incoming calls</li><li>Manage mail, deliveries, and general office coordination</li><li>Provide administrative and project support as needed</li><li>Schedule appointments and assist with calendar management</li><li>Maintain office organization and support daily operations</li></ul>
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Receptionist

Herndon, VA
remote
Temporary / Contract
18 - 19 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a professional and friendly Receptionist to serve as the first point of contact for visitors, clients, and staff. The Receptionist will handle front desk operations, manage incoming calls, greet guests, and provide general administrative support to help ensure smooth daily office operations. This position is onsite and you will be working Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Greet and assist visitors in a courteous and professional manner.</li><li>Answer, screen, and direct incoming phone calls. </li><li>Manage the front desk and maintain a welcoming office environment. </li><li>Handle incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and deliveries. </li><li>Schedule appointments and maintain calendars as needed. </li><li>Perform data entry, filing, and other administrative tasks. </li><li>Support office staff with clerical duties and special projects. </li></ul>
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Receptionist

Washington, DC
onsite
Temporary / Contract
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Receptionist to support daily front-of-house operations in Washington, District of Columbia. This Contract position is ideal for someone who enjoys creating a welcoming environment, coordinating meeting logistics, and delivering attentive service to guests, clients, and employees. The role requires strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple requests while maintaining a detail-oriented and hospitality-focused presence. Apply today! By sending an updated resume to Fana Belcher at [fana.belcher][at]roberthalf[dot][com]. Responsibilities:• Welcome visitors warmly and create a high-quality arrival experience from check-in through departure.• Guide guests to assigned meeting spaces, notify hosts promptly, and help ensure appointments begin smoothly.• Answer and route incoming calls effectively, providing accurate information and handling inquiries efficiently.• Coordinate meeting room reservations through designated scheduling tools, documenting audiovisual, layout, and catering needs with precision.• Oversee the reception inbox and respond to messages promptly to support timely service and communication.• Arrange transportation, visitor access, and office accommodations for employees, clients, and visiting professionals as needed.• Support conference room readiness by assisting with beverage and food setup and coordinating outside catering vendors when required.• Build working knowledge of the office, surrounding area, and nearby services in order to provide helpful recommendations and guest assistance.• Partner with internal teams to maintain seamless service, consistent communication, and a collaborative guest-focused approach.• Provide occasional evening support for hosted meetings or client events when business needs require it.
2026-10-19T00:00:00Z

Receptionist

Baltimore, MD
onsite
Temporary / Contract
15.2 - 16 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Receptionist to support daily front-desk operations for a non-profit organization in Baltimore, Maryland. This Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong communication skills, sound judgment, and a welcoming approach when assisting visitors, callers, and internal staff. The role requires a highly organized individual who can manage administrative tasks efficiently while maintaining accurate records and coordinating schedules in a fast-paced office environment. Responsibilities: • Manage the front desk by greeting visitors, directing inquiries, and creating a positive first impression for the organization • Handle incoming calls through a multi-line phone system, route messages accurately, and respond to general questions with professionalism • Coordinate calendars and arrange appointments to support smooth day-to-day office scheduling • Prepare, update, and maintain files, records, and other administrative documents with strong attention to detail • Enter information into internal systems and spreadsheets accurately to support reporting and office operations • Draft and respond to email communications in a clear, timely, and thorough manner • Support staff with general administrative duties using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook • Keep reception and filing areas organized to promote an efficient and orderly work environment
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Office Assistant

Washington, DC
onsite
Temporary / Contract
20.9 - 24.2 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an organized and service-oriented Office Assistant to support daily operations for a Contract position in Washington, District of Columbia. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys creating a welcoming environment, keeping shared spaces prepared, and handling a variety of administrative duties with consistency and care. The role combines front-office support, office coordination, and hands-on assistance to help the team and showroom run smoothly each day. Responsibilities: • Prepare the office and showroom at the start of each day by replenishing supplies, organizing common areas, and ensuring hospitality items are ready for use. • Welcome visitors in a courteous and attentive manner and provide front-desk coverage when sales team members are unavailable. • Enter and update information accurately in company records, spreadsheets, or internal documents. • Support day-to-day administrative functions such as scanning, document organization, and general clerical assistance. • Maintain and file showroom sample materials in an orderly system so items can be located quickly when needed. • Collect incoming deliveries from the mailroom or building entrance and bring packages into the office promptly. • Assist with meeting support by arranging beverages and preparing guest areas for scheduled appointments. • Answer inbound calls and direct inquiries to the appropriate team members while maintaining a courteous and helpful approach.
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

Office Assistant

Silver Spring, MD
onsite
Temporary / Contract
21 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Office Assistant to support daily administrative operations and help keep the office running efficiently. The ideal candidate will be professional, proactive and comfortable handling a variety of clerical and customer-facing tasks. The Office Responsibilities:<ul><li>Answer and direct phone calls and greet visitors</li><li>Manage calendars, schedules and meeting coordination</li><li>Maintain filing systems and office records</li><li>Order and stock office supplies</li><li>Assist with data entry, document preparation and correspondence</li><li>Support mail distribution, scanning and copying</li><li>Help coordinate office events and team activities</li><li>Provide general administrative support to leadership and staff</li></ul>
2026-10-26T00:00:00Z

Office Assistant

Washington, DC
onsite
Temporary / Contract
21.85 - 25.3 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Office Assistant to support daily workplace operations. This Contract position is ideal for someone who enjoys creating a well-maintained office environment, coordinating meeting logistics, and delivering a welcoming experience for guests and staff. The role combines front desk support, administrative assistance, and facility coordination to help the office run efficiently each day. Responsibilities: • Carry out opening and closing office readiness reviews to confirm reception areas, meeting spaces, kitchens, café areas, and restrooms are clean, organized, and prepared for visitors and employees. • Monitor inventory levels for workplace, kitchen, café, and restroom supplies, and arrange replenishment with vendors to maintain appropriate stock while managing costs. • Handle incoming and outgoing mail, courier activity, and routine office communications to support smooth daily operations. • Assist with operational improvement efforts and contribute to special projects assigned by office leadership. • Organize logistics for internal gatherings and client-facing events, including room setup, catering arrangements, supplies, and coordination with building or security contacts. • Prepare conference rooms before meetings by arranging furniture, checking materials, stocking essentials, and confirming audiovisual equipment is functioning properly; restore rooms afterward. • Collect feedback after meetings or events and share recommendations that enhance future execution and service quality. • Provide reception coverage by welcoming visitors, answering inbound calls, directing guests appropriately, and creating a positive first impression. • Maintain hospitality stations by arranging and replenishing food and beverage items for guests, meetings, and office use. • Perform general administrative support such as copying, scanning, faxing, document preparation, and operating standard office equipment.
2026-10-29T00:00:00Z

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