Office Manager Job Description
About BLOC
BLOC (Black Leaders Organizing for Communities) works to ensure a high quality of life and access to opportunities for members of the Black community in Milwaukee and throughout Wisconsin. We are working for a future where Black people have the tools, training, and resources needed to effectively organize their communities and guarantee that their issues, concerns, and values are represented at all levels of government. The Center for Popular Democracy Action (CPD/A) serves as a national partner.
Position Description
Status: Full Time
Pay Range: $30,000 / year plus benefits
Reports To: Program Director
Based in: Milwaukee, WI
The Office Manager will organize and coordinate office administration and procedures, in order to ensure organizational effectiveness, efficiency and safety.
Responsibilities :
Point person for maintenance, mailing, shipping, supplies, equipment, bills and errands
Organize and schedule meetings and appointments
Maintain office policies as necessary
Organize office operations and procedures
Maintain an inventory of all office equipment
Maintain employee records
Assist in the processing of payroll
Manage relationships with vendors, service providers and landlord, ensuring that all items are invoiced and paid on time Provide general support to visitors
Establish procedures for record protection, retention, disposal and retrieval
Participate actively in the planning and execution of the organization’s events
Maintain a safe and secure working environment
Desired Qualifications:
Proven office management, administrative or assistant experience
Knowledge of office management responsibilities, systems and procedures
Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritise work
Attention to detail and problem solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and planning skills
Proven ability to work with a team of diverse people
Proficient in MS Office
Knowledge of clerical practices and procedures
Knowledge of human resources management practices and procedures
Able to work independently with little or no supervision
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Keisha Robinson, Program Director, at keisha@blocbybloc.org by Sunday, January 5th.