Administrative​/Office Assistant; Temp

Who We Are

At nLIGHT, we are constantly on the cutting-edge of laser technology in a massively growing market. We are a leading provider of high‑power semiconductors and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not only the way things are made, but also the things that can be made.

Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).

This role provides general office and administrative assistance in support of various groups and individuals. The successful candidate will be professional, proactive, self‑motivated, and able to adapt to a fast‑paced and dynamic environment. Must be able to work in‑person in Camas from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. This six‑month temporary position offers the opportunity to become a permanent position, subject to strong performance and ongoing business needs.

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to leadership and staff
• Schedule and coordinate meetings and activities, including logistics, catering, materials preparation, room reservations, and attendee communications
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employees, visitors, vendors, and external stakeholders
• Draft, edit, and distribute professional communications, presentations, and documentation
• Support reception operations, such as visitor sign‑in, mail distribution, office supplies, and general office services
• Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements, itineraries, expense reconciliation, and travel policy compliance
• Maintain vendor relationships and oversee service providers
• Support workspace planning, maintenance activities, and workplace improvement projects
• Monitor and maintain office resources, inventory, and access control systems
• Support employee onboarding, safety programs, training initiatives, and company‑wide communications
• Identify opportunities to improve administrative processes and systems, and operational efficiency while supporting special projects and organizational initiatives
• Perform additional duties, special projects, and assignments as needed to support departmental and organizational requirements

• 3+ years of increasingly responsible clerical experience in a professional environment.
• College degree preferred.
• Experience in general accounting, business, travel coordination, human resources, or project management experience is a plus.
• Ability to communicate effectively, in English, with personnel at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative, positive, and effective working relationships.
• Ability to work without direct supervision and to apply sound judgment in making decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Excellent listening and customer service skills, in person and on the phone.
• Ability to protect confidential and proprietary information and to set professional boundaries.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• SharePoint knowledge is preferred.
• Good problem‑solving skills and the ability to effectively guide and assist others.
• Ability to learn new systems.
• Ability to coordinate across organizational boundaries to complete projects or tasks.
• High attention to detail and ability to multitask.

• Starting level and pay depends on qualifications:
• Administrative/Office Assistant - $20.00 to $26.00
• Target Cash Bonus with potential payout of up to 2% of earned wages
• 120 hours of paid Vacation per year, plus paid Sick Leave and 10 paid Holidays
• Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month after your start date
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, including prescription and orthodontia with employee‑paid premiums as low as $40.00 per pay period
• Company paid Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability, and Life & AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Aflac Supplemental Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave Pay
• Tuition Assistance
• Pet…