Office Assistant

Acuity, an award winning consulting firm based in Reston is seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and driven person to fill the role of Office Assistant.

 

In this role you will provide administrative, secretarial and clerical support to others in the office to maintain an efficient office environment.  You will be the focal for maintaining office operations by receiving and distributing communications; maintaining supplies and equipment; serving customers both internal and external.  You will not only fulfill these particular tasks but will be saavy enough to be proactive when tasks are completed.  You will be one of the first Acuity employee seen as visitors enter our facility and as such you need to have a professional presence when greeting and engaging these individuals, as well as, co-workers and staff of Acuity.

 

Acuity is a digital strategy and technology consulting firm that serves federal agencies with critical missions. Our experts support projects in the areas of IT Modernization, Data Enablement, and Hyperautomation to help protect our national interests and keep people safe. If you have technical experience and a passion for making a difference, we might be the right fit for you.

• Answer phones and transfer to the appropriate staff member, answer questions, or take and distribute accurate messages.
• Greet customers, employees and guests and direct them to the correct staff member.
• Maintain guest logs and issue appropriate badges.
• Coordinate messenger and courier service as requested.  Receive, sort and distribute incoming mail if requested.  Receive deliveries and packages.
• Maintain office filing and storage systems.
• Prepare outgoing mail and packages for distribution.
• Update and maintain internal staff contact lists.  Type documents, reports and correspondence.  Update and maintain databases such as mailing lists, contact lists and client information.
• Organize travel arrangements for staff. 
• Coordinate and organize appointments and meetings.  Order meals when requested and authorized.  Assist with event planning and implementation.
• Monitor office supplies, anticipate requirements, submit office supply order for approval, accept delivery, verify receipt, and stock or deliver items to work stations.
• Ensure office equipment is properly maintained and serviced.
• Keep office area clean and tidy.
• Provide individual support for others at the request of your supervisor.
• Enhance Acuity, Inc.’s reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Competencies Expected:

• Organization and planning skills
• Work management and prioritizing skills
• Verbal and written communications skills
• Problem solving ability
• Attention to detail
• Accuracy
• Flexibility
• Reliability/Dependability
• Teamwork

• High School Diploma or equivalent.  Business college training an advantage.
• Previous office experience.
• Competent computer skills including MS Office.
• Internet skills including use of e-mails, group messaging and data collection.
• Numeracy and literacy skills.

 

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

 

About Acuity:

Acuity, Inc. is a leading management and technology consulting firm that specializes in serving the federal government. Our innovative, collaborative and rewarding work environment has earned repeat honors from the Washington Business Journal’s Best Places to Work and SmartCEO Corporate Culture awards.

 

Why Choose Acuity?

• Innovative Excellence: Recognized by The Washington Post's "Top Workplaces" and a nine-time recipient of the Washington Business Journal's "Best Places to Work," Acuity fosters an environment where innovation thrives and employees flourish.
• Competitive Compensation: We value our employees and show it through highly competitive compensation and benefits packages.
• Personal Growth: Your potential isn't just recognized at Acuity, it's actively cultivated. With tailored training, mentorship, and cutting-edge resources, we empower you to thrive personally and professionally.
• Recognition and Visibility: Stand out in a competitive industry with Acuity's exceptional customer feedback and robust opportunity channels.
• Collaborative Culture: At Acuity, teamwork isn't just a buzzword – it's the cornerstone of our success. Encouragement and support fuel our collaborative culture, where every voice matters.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Diversity isn't just a checkbox – it's who we are. At Acuity, we pride ourselves on recruiting and maintaining a workforce that celebrates diversity and treats every employee with dignity and respect.

 

Join Acuity, where your talents are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is amplified. Together, let's shape the future of digital strategy and technology consulting.

 

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.