Office Manager Jobs in Des Moines, IA

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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Plant Operations Manager

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 hours ago

National Carwash Solutions has grown over the past 50 years to become North America's largest equipment, service, and cleaning solutions provider in the car wash industry. Our world-class brands...

Operations Manager - Bondurant, IA

  • Bondurant, IA (12 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Bondurant, IA (12 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 16 hours ago

Job summary Our WW Operations network delivers millions of packages and smiles to Amazon customers every day. We are looking for motivated, customer-focused individuals who want to join our team...

Plant Operations Manager

  • Grimes, IA (11 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Grimes, IA (11 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 23 hours ago

National Carwash Solutions has grown over the past 50 years to become North America’s largest equipment, service, and cleaning solutions provider in the car wash industry. Our world-class brands...

Outbound Operations Manager

  • Grimes, IA (11 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Grimes, IA (11 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 day ago

Operations Manager - Outbound Operations Animal Health Our Grimes, IA location is seeking an Outbound Manager responsible for managing the outbound operation of the Distribution Center to ensure...

Division Administrator for Innovation and Teacher Quality

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

This is a non-merit position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa...

Tech Alliance Partner Operations Manager

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

Cribl does differently. What does that mean? It means we are a serious company that doesn't take itself too seriously; and we're looking for people who love to get stuff done, and laugh a bit...

Retirement Plan Administrator

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

At Cetera Retirement Plan Specialists (TPA), we value continuous process improvement with the goal of making things more efficient while providing a better experience for our clients and...

Office Administrator

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

Service Center Des Moines - Merle Hay Rd JOB SUMMARY Caliber Collision has an immediate job opening for an Office Administrator to perform all-purpose duties, which may include, but not limited to...

Business Office Manager

  • West Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 2 days ago

The Business Office Manager position is responsible for the community's recordkeeping for Grand Living....

Payroll Administrator

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

This position will be 100% remote. Will start as a contract need until October - dependent on business need and performance. This role will be assisting with hourly timecard payroll work and...

Remote Work

Health field Office Administrator

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for the right person to help run our company. We need the right person to help administrate our office, dispatch, computer, assigning drivers, billings, transporting, Etc. We have a...

Senior Lead Program Operations Manager

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

About Lumen Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications - quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and...

Remote Work

Assistant Operations Manager - MIT

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 4 days ago

Manager in Training Position Are you an ambitious individual looking to advance your career as a top performer? SBM's Manager in Training (MIT) program assists motivated individuals in developing...

Database Administrator

  • Johnston, IA (9 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Johnston, IA (9 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 4 days ago

SHAZAM recognizes that financial institutions build better communities, and this drives our passion to strengthen financial institutions. We are a trusted partner to our valued customers providing...

Branch Office Administrator

  • West Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 4 days ago

This job posting is anticipated to remain open for 30 days, from 11-Apr-2025. The posting may close early due to the volume of applicants. Join a financial services firm where your contributions...

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Salary for Office Manager Jobs in Des Moines, IA

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

Highest Education Level

Office Managers in Des Moines, IA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.6%
High School or GED
20.6%
Associate's Degree
16.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.0%
Master's Degree
10.7%
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 Des Moines, IA
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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