Office Administrator

Part-Time Office Administrator / ReceptionistWe are seeking a motivated, organized, and tech-savvy Office Administrator / Receptionist to support daily office operations in our Cambridge, MA location. This part-time position, offering 20 hours per week, is ideal for an early-career professional looking to gain experience in office administration, HR support, and workplace operations within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.ResponsibilitiesServe as the primary point of contact for visitors and assist with reception duties.Coordinate daily company lunches using DoorDash and other food-ordering platforms.Ensure lunch deliveries are received and organized for employees.Assist with new hire onboarding and employee orientation activities.Provide administrative support for basic HR-related functions and employee record management.Manage office supplies and assist with general office organization.Support scheduling, calendar coordination, and meeting preparation as needed.Handle incoming mail, packages, and vendor deliveries.Assist with data entry, document management, and other clerical tasks.Perform ad hoc administrative projects and special assignments as requested.Essential SkillsBachelor's degree preferred; recent graduates are encouraged to apply.Strong organizational and multitasking skills.Tech-savvy and comfortable learning new software and systems.Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and other workplace technology.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Professional, reliable, and customer-service oriented.Ability to work independently and take initiative in a fast-paced environment.Additional Skills & QualificationsPositive attitude and willingness to learn.Strong attention to detail.Ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively.Enjoys supporting employees and creating a positive office environment.Dependable individual who can consistently be present during midday office hours to support lunch coordination and office operations.Prior administrative, customer service, hospitality, or office support experience is a plus but not required.Work EnvironmentThis role is 100% on-site in Cambridge, MA. The work schedule is part-time, typically from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, totaling 20 hours per week. Parking is not compensated, so candidates must be able to get on-site each day. This position offers a great opportunity to work for a growing startup company.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cambridge, MA.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Cambridge,MA.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.