Office Manager Jobs in Hickory, NC

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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RN Medical Team Administrator

  • Sherrills Ford, NC (22 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Sherrills Ford, NC (22 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 1 hour ago

Ethics is the backbone of Nursing, and our Nurses are the foundation of what makes SHP continue to grow and thrive. Ethical decisions are a fundamental part of everyday life and death choices for...

Special Operations Administrator (NC Mountain Region)

  • Hickory, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 1 day ago

About our community We are an exceptional assisted living community, personalizing in the approach of ensuring every resident has their specific needs met at every stage.We strive daily to create...

Recruiter/Salary Administrator

  • Morganton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morganton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 1 day ago

HR Technician II - Recruitment/Salary Administrator THIS IS A REPOST - PREVIOUS APPLICANTS ARE STILL BEING CONSIDERED AND DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY Broughton Hospital's Human Resources (HR)...

Pharmacy Operations Manager

  • Hudson, NC (8 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hudson, NC (8 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 3 days 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...

Safety Administrator

  • Lenoir, NC (14 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lenoir, NC (14 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 5 days ago

At H. J. Russell & Company, we believe safety is fundamental to every project's success. We are seeking a dedicated Safety Administrator to support our environmental, health, and safety (EHS)...

Classification & Compensation Analyst/ Salary Administrator

  • Lenoir, NC (14 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lenoir, NC (14 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 7 days ago

The primary responsibility of the Classification & Compensation Analyst is responsible for conducting classification/compensation studies, providing consultation and technical assistance...

Customer Service Administrator 2

  • Hickory, NC
  • 11 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 11 days ago

As a Customer Service Administrator 2, you will be responsible for intermediate level clerical duties that assist in the operational function of the Service Center. Perform a variety of functions...

Dispatch Administrator

  • Hickory, NC
  • 12 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 12 days ago

Overview To provide administrative support for dispatchers and ensure paperwork for on time deliveres. * **ENTRY LEVEL POSITION*** Flexibility in schedule required including weekends. S chedule...

Business Office Manager - Assisted Living

  • Lincolnton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 18 days ago
  • Lincolnton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 18 days ago

TerraBella Senior Living is looking for an experienced Business Office Manager to join our community in Lincolnton....

Practice Administrator

  • Newton, NC (10 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 22 days ago
  • Newton, NC (10 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 22 days ago

The Administrator will supervise the Clinical Nurse Manager, Office Manager, Lab Manager, Staff Accountant all staff/employees....

Human Resources Administrator_NE-NSC_101-Administration

  • Hickory, NC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 45+ days ago

Human Resources Administrator_NE-NSC_101-Administration 750 3rd Ave Pl SE, Hickory, NC 28602, USA Req #34686 Monday, March 3, 2025 Introductory Statement: The Salvation Army, an internationally...

Operations Manager

  • Hickory, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Operations Manager 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars Hickory, NC Store - HICKORY, NC Lead the operational processes to deliver sales and profits while protecting our assets. Provide a well merchandised and...

Office Manager

  • Morganton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Morganton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

THE POSITION We are seeking a highly organized and dedicated Office Manager to oversee the daily administrative operations....

Regional Operations Manager - Internal

  • Claremont, NC (11 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Claremont, NC (11 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

About Williams-Sonoma DC Since it was founded in 1956, Williams - Sonoma has grown from Chuck Williams single store in Sonoma, CA into one of the largest retailers in the country, with some best...

Systems Administrator II

  • Taylorsville, NC (12 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Taylorsville, NC (12 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

Performs advanced technical and professional work required to aid in the on-going support and training of computer users, installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of networks, network...

Demographic Data for Hickory, NC

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Salary for Office Manager Jobs in Hickory, NC

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

Highest Education Level

Office Managers in Hickory, NC 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 Hickory, NC
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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