Administrative Assistant Jobs in the D.C. Area

Established in 1972, Whitman Associates specializes in searching for and placing candidates in administrative assistant jobs in the D.C. area. We are currently looking for job seekers to fill temporary, temp-to-perm, and permanent administrative support positions in Washington, D.C., suburban Maryland and Northern Virginia.

We provide support for a range of employers, including Fortune 500 companies, law firms, nonprofits, consulting organizations and more. If you’re looking for office support jobs, review the current openings on our Job Listings page or submit your resume to be considered for current and future opportunities.

Overview:

• Location: Washington, D.C. metro area
• Placement options: Temporary, temp-to-perm and permanent
• Compensation: Competitive salaries offered
• Focus: Administrative and office support
• Application: Submit your resume to Whitman Associates

Responsibilities:

• Generating reports and meeting materials.
• Taking or transcribing meeting minutes.
• Greeting visitors and helping with front-office needs.
• Managing professional communication by phone, email and mail.
• Conducting research and following up on outstanding requests.
• Coordinating calendars, meetings and other administrative details.

While no two administrative assistant jobs in the D.C. area are exactly the same, strong administrative support often comes down to anticipating problems early on. That might mean finding a packet that is missing for a meeting, fixing a double-booking on a calendar or answering a request that may need attention before someone assigns it to you.

What Whitman Clients Look For in an Administrative Support Position

• The ability to handle several tasks at once.
• A detail-oriented approach to your work.
• Flexibility with changing priorities.
• Outstanding communication and organizational skills, particularly with roles that involve outside visitors and executives.
• Enthusiasm to excel at any level.

If you’re applying for administrative assistant jobs in the D.C. area, be prepared to highlight past roles where you’ve had to respond well to feedback and manage competing requests. Immediate availability can be an advantage for some assignments. Whitman Associates will send you software testing and conduct reference checks.

Temporary, Temp-to-Perm and Permanent Placements

Administrative assistant jobs in the D.C. area vary by employer.

One of the main types of placements Whitman offers is for temporary assignments. These are typically meant to cover employees who are going on leave or to help specific departments during short-term projects and busier periods.

Assignments can also be temp-to-perm, which gives both you and the employer a trial period to assess fit before a permanent hiring decision is made.

Whitman also recruits directly for permanent administrative assistant jobs in the D.C. metro area for clients who are looking for a new permanent employee for their team.

Why Find Work Through Whitman Associates

Whitman Associates has been one of the leading staffing agencies for administrative jobs in the D.C. area for more than 50 years, giving us deep ties to local organizations in a variety of industries.

We take a personal approach with every candidate. You are not just another resume in our system. When you apply for an administrative assistant job in D.C. with our staffing agency, we review your background, experience and work history to make sure the role fits your preferences.

You may also speak with a recruiter about your availability and goals, and get additional resume and interview guidance, along with personalized career advice.

Ready to Apply?

Submit your resume to resumes@whitmanjobs.com to be considered for administrative support positions and other openings that fit your experience. You can also explore our full list of job openings and follow Whitman Associates on LinkedIn for job search and employment advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need previous administrative experience?

Not all employers require previous administrative experience. If you’re applying for administrative assistant jobs in the D.C. area and you don’t have a formal administrative role on your resume, highlight your most relevant work. This could include work related to customer service, document preparation, scheduling, data entry or project coordination.

Does Whitman only recruit for administrative roles in Washington, D.C.?

Beyond the D.C. area, Whitman also recruits for administrative jobs in Northern Virginia, Arlington County, VA, Alexandria, VA, Prince George’s County, MD and Montgomery County, MD.

Can Whitman help me prepare for my interview?

Yes. We help many candidates with interview preparation. That may include:

• Talking you through the position and identifying the skills or responsibilities that you can highlight.
• Interviewing with our team is good practice for other interviews.
• Reviewing common interview questions.
• Providing information on the client company to help you prepare questions for your interviewer.
• Following up post-interview to get your and the client’s feedback.