Office Manager Jobs in Bellingham, WA

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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Administrator

  • Blaine, WA (14 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Blaine, WA (14 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 4 days ago

External Candidates Please select "Employment" from the Blaine School District website at: for information and instructions on how to apply for a position in our District using the FastTrack...

HEDIS Administrator II

  • Bellingham, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 9 days ago

Workforce Classification: Telecommuter Join Our Team: Do Meaningful Work and Improve People's Lives Our purpose, to improve customers' lives by making healthcare work better, is far from ordinary....

Office Manager - Exciting New Career Opportunity!

  • Blaine, WA (14 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Blaine, WA (14 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 10 days ago

We are seeking an experienced Office Manager for one of our valued clients. Are you a highly organized, detail-oriented individual with a passion for creating efficient and productive workplaces?...

Clinical Policy Coding Administrator

  • Bellingham, WA
  • 13 days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 13 days ago

Workforce Classification: Telecommuter Join Our Team: Do Meaningful Work and Improve People's Lives Our purpose, to improve customers' lives by making healthcare work better, is far from ordinary....

Systems Administrator - Information Technology

  • Bellingham, WA
  • 13 days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 13 days ago

Whatcom County is currently recruiting for a System Administrator in the Information Technology division of Administrative Services. The System Administrator is responsible for providing technical...

Membership Administrator I - III, DOE

  • Burlington, WA (16 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Burlington, WA (16 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 24 days ago

Membership Administrator I - III, DOE Work from home within Oregon, Washington, or Idaho Build a career with purpose. Join our Cause to create a person-focused and economically sustainable health...

Remote Work

Administrative Coordinator

  • Bellingham, WA
  • 25 days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 25 days ago

The Administrative Coordinator is responsible for a variety of office functions including report production, QA/QC procedures, and front desk administration. Individual responsibilities may vary...

Pharmacy Operations Manager - Sign-on Bonus Available

  • Burlington, WA (16 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Burlington, WA (16 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 26 days ago

Where state and federal laws/regulations allow, accountable for performing day-to-day non-clinical pharmacy operations, administrative activities; Ensures efficient pharmacy workflow and a...

Producer Relations Administrator

  • Burlington, WA (16 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Burlington, WA (16 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Producer Relations Administrator I Work from home within Oregon, Washington, Idaho or Utah Build a career with purpose. Join our Cause to create a person-focused and economically sustainable...

Remote Work

Office Manager

  • Ferndale, WA (8 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Ferndale, WA (8 miles from Bellingham, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

Summary Jacob Anderson is an independent financial services practice of Thrivent Financial. We take a broad-based approach to helping our clients achieve financial goals. Jacob Anderson helps our...

Ambulatory Surgery Center Administrator

  • Bellingham, WA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 90+ days ago

PeaceHealth is seeking an Ambulatory Surgery Center Administrator for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $66.08 - $99.12. The hiring rate...

Demographic Data for Bellingham, WA

Moving to Bellingham, WA? Find some basic demographic data about Bellingham, WA below.


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Office Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Office Manager Jobs in Bellingham, WA

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

Highest Education Level

Office Managers in Bellingham, WA 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 Bellingham, WA
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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