Office Manager

Temple University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

9 Federally Observed Holidays

Tuition remission for employees and/or

Generous retirement plan

Job summary

Temple University’s Fox School of Business is seeking an Office Manager on the Main Campus in Philadelphia to support the Office of Graduate and International Programs and Graduate Admissions. The role ensures efficient daily operations, coordinates processes, manages records, and assists recruitment and student engagement activities.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree with at least one year of admin/office management experience, and be proficient in Microsoft Office and related

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 1 year of administrative/office management experience.
• Experience handling databases and generating reports for management.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience supervising staff or student workers is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced administrative coordination and operational support for the Office of Graduate and International Programs and Graduate Admissions.
• Coordinate processes, manage transactions, support recruitment and student engagement activities, and maintain records.
• Serve as primary point of contact for students, faculty, staff and external partners; oversee student workers.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Banner

Budget

Cognos

Concur

TUMarketplace

Kronos

Job description

Temple University's Fox School of Business is searching for an Office Manager in the Office of Graduate and International Programs and Graduate Admissions!

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following: Full medical, dental, vision coverage Paid time off 9 Federally Observed Paid Holidays 3 Personal Days Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION-FREE A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Salary Range: $45,000 - $50,000 A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant’s education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.

Position Summary

The Office Manager provides advanced administrative coordination and operational support for the Office of Graduate and International Programs and Graduate Admissions. The position ensures efficient day-to-day office functioning by coordinating processes, managing transactions, supporting recruitment and student engagement activities, maintaining records, and serving as the primary point of contact for students, faculty, staff, and external partners. The role organizes workflow, facilitates communication, and supports departmental operations while overseeing student workers and maintaining consistent service delivery. This position is fully on-site at Temple’s Main Campus.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree
• At least one (1) year of applicable experience handling administrative/office management functions, supervising staff/student workers, working with databases, generating reports for management
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience in a university setting or other complex customer focused environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Business
• Experience with Temple software applications: Banner, Budget, Cognos, Concur, TUMarketplace, Kronos
• Experience in admissions recruitment and/or student services in an education or business setting
• Understanding of MBA/MS programs and experience working with this student population

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills with attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and web based administrative systems
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations
• Demonstrated problem solving and time management abilities

Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.

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