We are looking for a detail-oriented and welcoming Receptionist for a contract position based in Sacramento, California. This role serves as a key point of contact for visitors, residents, staff, and callers while supporting day-to-day front desk and administrative operations. The ideal candidate brings strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Welcome guests warmly, assess their needs, and direct them appropriately to create a positive arrival experience.<br>• Coordinate with internal teams to support admissions-related activities, transportation arrangements, and visitor guidance for community events and appointments.<br>• Maintain accurate daily occupancy records and communicate relevant updates to appropriate staff members.<br>• Notify department leaders of upcoming admissions or returns, and route questions or concerns to the appropriate manager or administrator for timely follow-up.<br>• Respond to incoming calls and in-person inquiries by providing clear, helpful information and routing messages as needed.<br>• Keep resident, staff, and visitor records current, including logs for guest check-ins and resident sign-in and sign-out activity.<br>• Complete administrative support tasks such as entering resident details into databases, preparing documents, updating reports, and handling general clerical assignments.<br>• Assist with office operations by sorting mail and packages, preparing event materials, monitoring office equipment, and helping maintain inventory and supply levels.<br>• Provide support with distributing payroll checks and resident statements when requested.
<p>Robert Half's client in the professional services industry is seeking a<strong> </strong>reliable, detail-oriented Office Assistant to join their team on a contract-to-permanent basis in Walnut Creek, CA. This is a great opportunity to step into a professional office environment, build long-term stability, and work alongside a team that values accuracy, organization, and client trust. This position is 100% onsite.</p><p><br></p><p>In this Office Assistant role, you’ll be a key point of support for daily operations—helping ensure the office runs smoothly and clients feel welcomed and well supported.</p><p><br></p><p>What You’ll Do:</p><ul><li>Be the friendly first point of contact, welcoming clients and creating a positive, polished experience</li><li>Manage incoming and outgoing mail, including sorting, distributing, and preparing bulk mailings</li><li>Keep records organized through filing, scanning, and document management</li><li>Answer and route incoming phone calls with professionalism and discretion</li><li>Maintain office mailboxes and ensure correspondence is handled promptly</li><li>Provide general administrative and clerical support that keeps the team efficient</li></ul><p>Why This Opportunity Stands Out:</p><ul><li>Contract-to-permanent pathway with potential for long-term placement</li><li>Work in a stable, professional fiduciary environment</li><li>Gain experience supporting meaningful client services</li><li>Collaborative team with clear processes and expectations</li><li>Ideal for someone who enjoys structure, organization, and being trusted with important details</li></ul><p>If you’re dependable, organized, and looking for an Office Assistant role that can grow into something more permanent, this could be a great next step. </p>