Office Administrator at ASCENDING in Merrifield, VA

Position Overview We are seeking an organized, proactive, and energetic Office Administrator to manage daily operations in our Fairfax, VA office. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with a "shining personality" who thrives in a close-knit, small-office environment.

Schedule & Location • Onsite: Monday – Thursday, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Fairfax, VA 22031) • Remote: Friday (On-demand/flexible hours) • Hours: 30 to 35 hours per week Compensation & Structure • Initial Period: 6-month contract (1099), $20.00 – $24.00/hour (based on experience) • Growth Potential: Opportunity to convert to a permanent position with benefits after 6 months.

Key Responsibilities • Manage day-to-day office operations and maintain a welcoming environment. • Support administrative tasks using MS Office Suite and Google Workspace. • Coordinate incoming/outgoing mail, deliveries, and office supplies. • Proactively identify and solve office needs with minimal supervision. • Handle physical inventory and light facility management as needed. • Order lunch for the whole office. • Track assigned tasks, multitask, ensure results are delivered on time.

Qualifications

1. Experience: 1–3 years of office administrative experience.
2. Tech Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or Google Docs.
3. Physical Requirement: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (handling packages/supplies).
4. Traits: Highly organized, attentive to detail, and a proactive problem-solver.
5. Culture Fit: Comfortable and productive working in a small team environment

Ascending Inc. is a fast-growing technology consulting and staffing firm that connects organizations with top talent in cloud computing, software engineering, cybersecurity, data analytics, and IT infrastructure. We partner with innovative companies across a variety of industries to deliver high-quality technology solutions and recruitment services.