Office Manager Jobs in Illinois

An Office Manager in the admin industry is a professional who ensures the smooth running of a business office. They are responsible for a wide range of tasks, including managing administrative staff, overseeing office operations, handling budget and finance tasks, managing inventory, scheduling meetings, and facilitating communication within the office. They may also be in charge of hiring and training new administrative staff, ensuring compliance with company policies, and improving office procedures for better productivity and efficiency.

Important skills a successful Office Manager should possess include excellent leadership and organizational skills, effective communication, the ability to multitask, and strong problem-solving skills. They should also have proficiency in office software, including email tools, spreadsheets, and databases. A certification, such as a Certified Manager (CM) or Certified Administrative Professional (CAP), can further validate their skills and knowledge in the field. Prior roles that could lead to an Office Manager position include Administrative Assistant, Executive Assistant, or Office Coordinator.

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Office Coordinator

  • Peoria, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 2 days ago

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the...

Operations Manager Trainee

  • Romeoville, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Romeoville, IL
  • 5 days ago

Job Seekers can review the Job Applicant Privacy Policy by clicking here (. Job Description : Job Description START ON A CAREER PATH WITH A COMPANY THAT HAS A FUTURE At Ryder, our most important...

Network Administrator

  • Scott Air Force Base, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Scott Air Force Base, IL
  • 6 days ago

Description Our customer is the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) and acts as the provider of GIG/Defense Information System Network (DISN) services to its customers, the department of...

Pre Award Administrator University of Chicago (UC)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 hours ago

Location: Chicago, IL Job Description: Works with faculty and staff to identify, prepare, and submit grant applications to federal and private sources and secure sponsored funding from federal and...

Research Core Operations Manager University of Chicago (UC)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 hours ago

Location: Chicago, IL Job Description: Provides supervision over research projects to ensure proper planning, execution, and completion of microbiome related research. Develops and validates new...

Premium Finance Divisional Operations Manager

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 9 hours ago

The position is described below. If you want to apply, click the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this page. After you click Apply Now and complete your application, you'll be invited to...

CDO Loan / Asset Administrator

  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours ago

Kforce has a client that is seeking a CDO Loan/Asset Administrator in Chicago, IL. The primary responsibility for this role is to manage the daily Collateralized Debt Obligation (CDO) Suite and...

Pre Award Administrator

  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours ago

Department BSD MED - Grants - Pre Award About the Department The Department of Medicine was the first department created when the medical school began over 110 years ago. It has evolved into the...

Customer Data Administrator - Vernon Hills, IL

  • Vernon Hills, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL
  • 9 hours ago

Würth Baer Supply Company is one of the nation's leading specialty wholesale distributors to the woodworking industry, offering an extensive inventory of decorative and functional hardware, tools,...

Contract Administrator (Security Clearance)

  • Rolling Meadows, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL
  • 9 hours ago

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on...

Warehouse Administrator

  • Alsip, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Alsip, IL
  • 9 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for a full-time Operations Administrator for our warehouse team. As a member of the Operations Team, you will perform general administrative tasks by running various...

Pharmacy Operations Manager

  • Huntley, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Huntley, IL
  • 10 hours ago

Where state and federal laws/regulations allow, accountable for performing day-to-day non-clinical pharmacy operations, administrative activities; Ensures efficient pharmacy workflow and a...

Pathology Operations Manager

  • Prospect Heights, IL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Prospect Heights, IL
  • 11 hours ago

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One for FT/PT positions Paid Days Off from Day One for FT/PT positions Student Loan Repayment Program for FT/PT...

Security Operations Manager

  • Mettawa, IL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Mettawa, IL
  • 12 hours ago

Security Operations Manager - Now Hiring! Location: Mettawa, IL Starting Pay: $75,000-$85,000/year Do you have a background in Security? Do you possess excellent leadership, organization, and...

Branch Office Administrator

  • Lemont, IL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Lemont, IL
  • 13 hours ago

Join a financial services firm where your contributions are valued. Edward Jones is a Fortune 500 company where people come first. With over 9 million clients and 20,000 financial advisors across...

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Salary for Office Manager Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAdmin research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Office Managers in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.5%
High School or GED
20.6%
Associate's Degree
16.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.0%
Master's Degree
10.6%
Some College
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Office Managers in Illinois
2-4 years
31.2%
1-2 years
26.8%
4-6 years
21.7%
6-8 years
6.9%
8-10 years
5.0%
Less than 1 year
4.2%
None
3.2%
10+ years
0.9%


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