Administrative Assistant - Military veterans preferred

Position Summary

This is a FULL-TIME, onsite position located in Bethesda, MD.

National Capitol Contracting is seeking a dependable and professional Administrative Assistant to join a team of professionals at the NIH, the nation’s premier scientific and medical research centers. In this role, you will support day-to-day front desk operations and assist the Events Management team at a federal government facility. This role is part of a larger contract supporting government operations and requires excellent customer service and organizational skills.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Serve as the first point of contact at the front desk: answer incoming calls, route inquiries, and greet and assist visitors in accordance with facility protocols
• Provide accurate directions and general information to building visitors and personnel
• Receive, log, sign for, and organize incoming packages and deliveries; notify building occupants of package arrival
• Support the Events Management team by assisting with room reservation scheduling using internal systems
• Coordinate with event vendors and provide administrative assistance for event logistics
• Maintain a clean and organized reception area; ensure compliance with building access policies
• Assist with general administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and ordering office/event supplies

Minimum Requirements:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance (must be able to pass a criminal background check and credit check).
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• At least 6 months to 1 year of experience in an administrative, receptionist, or customer-facing role 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Professional demeanor, punctuality, and a strong sense of discretion
• Ability to obtain and maintain required background investigation and Public Trust Clearence.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting a federal contract or working in a government environment
• Familiarity with event coordination or customer service in a professional setting

Special Position Requirements:

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 5:30AM-1:30PM OR 10AM-6PM

Environment/Physical Demands: Occasional lifting of light packages, sitting for prolonged periods of time. Dress code and conduct must reflect a professional work environment.

NCC provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are an applicant that requires a reasonable accommodation, please email us at recruiting@nccsite.com. Please reference the position in your email.
 

NCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status or characteristic. E-Verify Employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.