Office Manager Jobs in Iowa

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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Special Census Office Supervisor

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 20 hours ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 20 hours ago

Karyn Lindsey Phone ... Email ... Address Chicago Regional Office 1111 W. 22nd Street, Suite 400 Oak Brook, IL 605231918 US Next steps You will be notified of your application status through...

Operations Manager - Packing - Cedar Rapids Fulfillment Center

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 20 hours ago

Schedule: B Shift, Tue-Fri, 4:00PM-2:00AM The Operations Manager is a seasoned leader with several years of experience leading and developing teams in support of the business strategy in...

Special Census Office Supervisor

  • Altoona, IA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Altoona, IA
  • 20 hours ago

Special Census Office Supervisor Department of Commerce U.S. Census Bureau Summary This vacancy is for a Special Census Office Supervisor position for the US. Census Bureau, Chicago Regional...

Regional Administrator - Iowa City

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 20 hours ago

Regional Administrator - Iowa City JobID: 331 + Position Type: Management/ Regional Administrator + Date Posted: 6/12/2025 + Location: Grant Wood AEA South Regions + Closing Date: open until...

Plant Operations Manager 1 - Iowa Veterans Home

  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Marshalltown, IA
  • 21 hours ago

Plant Operations Manager 1 - Iowa Veterans Home Print ( Apply Plant Operations Manager 1 - Iowa Veterans Home Salary $51,750.40 - $78,624.00 Annually Location Marshalltown - 50158 - Marshall...

Sr. Product Operations Manager, BlueCruise

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 21 hours ago

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than...

Remote Work

Dynamics 365 Administrator

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 21 hours ago

Working Hours/Days Monday - Friday 7A-4PM, after-hours & on-call based off of company needs Overview The Dynamics 365 Administrator at a CAT dealer is a pivotal role responsible for managing and...

Field Operations Manager

  • Toledo, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Toledo, IA
  • 1 day ago

At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what's next. No matter what your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture - solving the world's food problems...

Vendor Onboarding Administrator

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 1 day ago

The University of Iowa, Accounts Payable Department is seeking a 1-year Specified Term Vendor Onboarding Administrator to support various vendor onboarding and management duties with emphasis on...

Salesforce Administrator - 5784321

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Accenture Flex offers you the flexibility of local fixed-duration project-based work powered by Accenture, a leading global professional services company. Accenture is consistently...

Platform Administrator - EndPoint Protection

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

Deloitte Global is the engine of the Deloitte network. Our professionals reach across disciplines and borders to develop and lead global initiatives. We deliver strategic programs and services...

Operations Manager - Assembly

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 2 days ago

Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove - the leading manufacturer of luxury kitchen appliances - is a family-owned company known for craftsmanship, innovation, and integrity. Our products are found in the...

Health field Office Administrator

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for the right person to help run our company. We need the right person to help administrate our office, dispatch, computer, assigning drivers, billings, transporting, Etc. We have a...

SQL Database Administrator

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 2 days ago

Seeking a SQL Server Database Administrator with expertise in configuration, maintenance, and optimization of critical SQL Server systems. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in computer science,...

Software Engineer III Epicor ERP Administrator

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 2 days ago

Seeking a Software Engineer III specialized in Epicor ERP administration and technical support for a manufacturing team. Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field 2+ years' experience...

Demographic Data for Iowa

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Salary for Office Manager Jobs in Iowa

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

Highest Education Level

Office Managers in Iowa offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.6%
High School or GED
20.5%
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 Iowa
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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