Office Manager Jobs in State College, PA

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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Contracts Administrator

  • State College, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 4 days ago

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply...

Salesforce Marketing Cloud Implementation Lead / Administrator

  • State College, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 4 days ago

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply...

Remote Work

Research Operations Manager - Pediatrics

  • State College, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 5 days ago

Research Operations Manager - Pediatrics Pennsylvania State University, United States about 2 hours ago Location: State College, PENNSYLVANIA Job Type: FullTime APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT...

Network Administrator

  • State College, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 7 days ago

Reference #: 6600678About AccuWeatherAccuWeather recognized and documented as the most accurate source of weather forecasts and warnings in the world, has saved tens of thousands of lives,...

Systems Administrator

  • State College, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 7 days ago

Responsible for the maintenance, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems and servers. Install hardware and software, and participate in research and development to continuously...

Research Operations Manager - Pediatrics

  • University Park, PA (1 mile from State College, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • University Park, PA (1 mile from State College, PA)
  • 7 days ago

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply...

Museum & Historic Site Administrator 1 - Pennsylvania Military Museum

  • Boalsburg, PA (4 miles from State College, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Boalsburg, PA (4 miles from State College, PA)
  • 11 days ago

THE POSITION Do you have a passion for military history, love working with museum collections, revel in teaching complex topics to a wide range of audiences, and enjoy managing multifaceted museum...

Part Time - Intercollegiate Athletics - Game Day Site Administrator

  • University Park, PA (1 mile from State College, PA)
  • 29 days ago
  • University Park, PA (1 mile from State College, PA)
  • 29 days ago

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply...

Team Administrator

  • State College, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 30+ days ago

The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit's incentive compensation plan, which also may include a discretionary bonus component....

Post-Award Senior Research Administrator

  • University Park, PA (1 mile from State College, PA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • University Park, PA (1 mile from State College, PA)
  • 60+ days ago

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply...

Remote Work

Office Manager

  • State College, PA
  • 21 days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 21 days ago

Work for one of the nation's top community banks! Our goal is to support the growth of the communities we serve. First Citizens has a knack for hiring the finest and brightest employees; we...

International Agreements Administrator

  • State College, PA
  • 23 days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 23 days ago

International Agreements Administrator International Agreements Administrator remote type Hybrid locations Penn State University Park time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job...

International Agreements Administrator

  • University Park, PA (1 mile from State College, PA)
  • 24 days ago
  • University Park, PA (1 mile from State College, PA)
  • 24 days ago

Reference #: REQ_...APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process....

Grants and Contracts Administrator

  • University Park, PA (1 mile from State College, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • University Park, PA (1 mile from State College, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply...

Seasonal Administrative Coordinator

  • Tyrone, PA (23 miles from State College, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tyrone, PA (23 miles from State College, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day....

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Salary for Office Manager Jobs in State College, PA

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

Highest Education Level

Office Managers in State College, PA 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 State College, PA
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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