An office administrator must successfully organise and oversee all administrative functions while ensuring the smooth operation of an office. This person must carry out a variety of bureaucratic and IT-related tasks, as well as supervise the office work of other staff members. This person must have a working knowledge of basic office software, including spreadsheets/databases, email, and word processors.
Typical work duties may include managing filing systems, managing the office budget, recording expenditures, and supervising the recruitment and training of new staff members. They may also need to organise the office design and maintain supplies of equipment and stationery, as well as arrange for any necessary repairs of office equipment. Organising and leading staff meetings may also be involved.
This is a role requires excellent people skills, including management, motivational, and conflict resolution abilities. The candidate must have effective verbal and written communication skills, proficiency in IT and computers, and be able to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously. A BA or associate’s degree is typically required, along with at least three years’ of administrative experience. A office administrator job normally pays between C
$30,200 and C
$60,900 per year.