Administrative Assistant

RPStaffing is conducting an immediate temp-to-hire search for a Government & Public Affairs Assistant with a major trade association based in Washington, D.C. This role offers a hybrid work schedule, potential for professional growth and development, excellent benefits, and a great work-life balance.

*** Candidates must be currently living in the Washington DC area***

• Department:
  Government & Public Affairs
• Search Status:
  Temp-to-Hire
• Annual Base Salary: $48,000 – $55,000
• Hourly Compensation (Pre-conversion): $18.50 – $20.00
• Hours:
  
  9:00 to 5:00
• Office
  
  Location:
  
  Washington, D.C.

• Provides executive administrative support to the Executive Vice President, Government & Public Affairs.
• Manages the Executive Vice President's schedule and coordinates with the CEO and other executives.
• Schedules travel, hotel accommodations, and prepares expense vouchers.
• Sets up in-house meetings, including materials, room reservations, and video/teleconferencing setup.
• Produces daily news clips and maintains industry-related media files.
• Triages media calls and maintains communications media lists.
• Assists with entry-level communications functions, including writing, website updates, and social media management.
• Serves as back-up to the Reception desk.
• Up to 10% travel required.

• Bonus:
  Annual incentive bonus based on performance.
• Retirement: 7% employer 401k contribution plus 50% match up to 6% of salary.
• Insurance: UHC 250 plan (Health/Dental/Vision) and Life Insurance (1.5x salary up to $200k).
• Leave: 10 vacation days, 12 sick days, 2 floating holidays, and 6 half-day summer Fridays.
• Additional:
  Education assistance, flexible spending accounts, and parking/metro benefits.

• Use of Technology:
  Adapts to new tools and troubleshoots technical issues.
• Communications:
  Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Teamwork:
  Collaborative and supportive of team goals.
• Adaptability:
  Manages competing demands and frequent changes.
• Dependability:
  Reliable, meets deadlines, and takes responsibility.
• Planning/Organizing:
  Efficient time management and project prioritization.

• Education/
  
  Experience:
  
  Bachelor's degree or 1–2 years of related experience.
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe.
• Skills:
  
  Strong organizational skills, professional communication, and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

The association is a fast-paced, demanding public policy organization. This role operates in a professional office environment using standard office equipment.

Equal Opportunity Employer.