Administrative Assistant

Work Location: Washington, DC

Rate: Not Defined / need Candidate’s requested rate

Hours: Part-time or full-time, Mon-Fri

Position Details: VSL is seeking a self-starter who can quickly learn existing processes, prioritize competing demands, work independently with minimal supervision, and own tasks through completion.

Responsibilities:

• Support procurement activities, including processing within PeopleSoft

• Support HR-related activities, such as onboarding and maintaining personnel records

• Identify, prioritize, and work down administrative backlogs

• Resolve complex administrative issues and recommend workflow improvements

• Assist with data entry, documentation, and record-keeping

• Maintain and organize physical and electronic files and records

• Handle other administrative tasks and special projects as assigned

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate’s or bachelor’s degree is a plus

• 5+ years of administrative experience, including hands-on experience in Procurement (PeopleSoft) and/or Human Resources

• Demonstrated experience managing backlogs, resolving complex administrative issues, and improving workflows

• Meticulous attention to detail

• Technologically savvy; proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

• Ability to work on-site immediately

Preferred Qualifications:

• Federal Government funding experience