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Office Manager (General)

Quick Facts

Median Salary$60,489
Most Common EducationHigh school or GED
Projected 10-Year Growth+4.91%
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What They Do

An Office Manager directs administrative staff and manages workflow in a business office. Supervises clerical work, tracks office supplies, oversees maintenance for office equipment and manages budget for office expenses. May hire and train staff.


Core Tasks:

  • Set goals and deadlines for the department.
  • Prepare and review operational reports and schedules to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
  • Acquire, distribute and store supplies.
  • Analyze internal processes and recommend and implement procedural or policy changes to improve operations, such as supply changes or the disposal of records.
  • Conduct classes to teach procedures to staff.

What to expect as an Office Manager (General)

1Earn a High school or GED Diploma

24% of people achieve this level of education.

2Gain skills and experience

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3Land a job

6693 openings for Office Managers (General)

Career Progression

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