Spice up your resume with our advice for Office Managers.
Office Managers oversee the daily tasks of an office. They manage employees, oversee payroll, and assist customers.
See our list of over 350 action verbs to find more.
Office Managers deal with employees and customers. Therefore, they need solid organization and communication skills.
Office Managers require a high school diploma, although most businesses prefer that candidates have a bachelor’s degree. Relevant majors include business administration, human resources management or information management.
Requirements for licensure vary by state but generally involve the following:
Certifications are not mandatory, but can enhance your resume. Below are some ideas:
Job Outlook
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job outlook for Administrative Services Managers is growing at 7% per year, which is considered to be faster than average. In 2018 there were 300,200 jobs available.
Average Salary
According to Indeed, Office Managers make $50,664 per year on average. However, salaries could be as high as $130,883 depending on experience, industry, and location.
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