Office Manager

Addison Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 76,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the funeral industry seeks an Office Manager in Houston, TX. This role involves overseeing day-to-day administrative operations, managing staff, and ensuring a professional workplace. Ideal candidates should possess strong leadership skills and extensive administrative experience, contributing to effective team performance and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of administrative experience required.
• Minimum of 2 years in an office management role.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the administrative team and manage staff scheduling.
• Ensure team is trained in safety procedures and company policies.
• Manage office supplies and vendor relationships.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Decision Making

Customer Service

Time Management

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Some college preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Title: Office Manager

Location (city, state): Houston, TX

Industry: Funeral

Pay: $76,000- $95,000/Yearly

Summary/Objective

This position is responsible for overseeing day-to-day administrative operations at a corporate office located in Houston, TX. The Corporate Office Manager supervises administrative staff and ensures smooth internal operations and a professional workplace environment.

Essential Functions

• Supervise the administrative team, providing guidance, performance feedback, and direction.
• Manage staff scheduling to ensure proper coverage.
• Hire, develop, and evaluate administrative staff; implement corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure team is properly trained in safety procedures, company policies, and system use.
• Oversee front desk/reception to ensure high standards of service and professionalism.
• Coordinate facility layout, maintenance, and vendor relationships (e.g., cleaning, hospitality, equipment service).
• Work with internal departments on space planning and team relocations.
• Manage purchasing for office supplies and equipment within budget guidelines.
• Reconcile vendor invoices and ensure timely payments.
• Administer the site’s business continuity plan.
• Publish daily internal updates via electronic message boards.
• Assist in corporate event logistics and special projects as assigned.
• Serve as a backup across various administrative tasks as needed.

Key Competencies

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Effective decision-making
• Customer service-focused
• Excellent time management
• Team-oriented leadership

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (some college preferred)
• 3–4 years of administrative experience
• Minimum of 2 years in an office management role
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluent in English (bilingual a plus)
• Ability to work independently and resolve issues with minimal supervision
• Experience training and motivating staff
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Standard indoor office environment
• Use of computers, phones, printers, and other typical office equipment
• Regular movement including sitting, standing, bending, and lifting (up to 25 lbs)
• Occasional overtime required

Travel Requirements

• Local travel may be required, with occasional overnight travel (up to 10%)

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.