Office Manager

INTERA Incorporated; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

INTERA Incorporated in Richland, WA is seeking an in-office Office Manager to keep our busy workplace running smoothly and to support a welcoming environment for staff and visitors.

This hands-on role covers office operations, facilities coordination, event support, onboarding, and interdepartmental collaboration with HR, IT, and accounting. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and service-minded, able to manage priorities and build strong relationships.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Professional, dependable, and service-oriented mindset.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while collaborating with employees across the organization.
• Strong time-management skills with the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
• Comfortable performing a variety of physical and hands-on tasks, including setting up meeting and event spaces.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily office operations and maintain common areas, kitchens, conference rooms, and shared spaces.
• Maintain office supply inventories, procurements, reconcile the corporate purchase card, and evaluate vendor pricing.
• Serve as the primary contact for mail services, shipping/receiving, and local errands.
• Liaise with vendors/service providers to support office equipment functionality.
• Manage vendor relationships and coordinate with Facilities for maintenance needs.
• Coordinate moves, workspace changes, furniture purchases, and new employee setups with IT/facilities.
• Support Health & Safety programs and periodic emergency drills.
• Coordinate meetings, catering, tech checks, and support for virtual/hybrid participation.
• Assist with interview scheduling, onboarding, and candidate experience.
• Support travel arrangements, badging, trainings, and cross-department coordination.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Professional demeanor

Self-motivation

Time management

Physical tasks

Job description

Description

INTERA Incorporated is seeking an exceptional Office Manager to join our team in Richland, Washington. This in-office role offers the opportunity to bring people together and keep our workplace running smoothly, helping our team do its best work. Our ideal candidate is organized, dependable, professional, and trustworthy, with a service-oriented mindset. The ability to be a familiar and approachable resource and teammate for employees at all levels of the organization is essential, in addition to being a welcoming first point of contact for clients and visitors. The key responsibilities of this hands-on role combine employee support, office operations, and event coordination. This position will coordinate day-to-day office operations across our main office and annex directly across the street, supporting a welcoming and organized environment for our Richland team and its visitors.

Success in this position requires strong self-initiative, a proactive approach to solving problems, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities. As part of this role you will help new colleagues settle in, create opportunities for connection and well-being, and anticipate the everyday needs of an active office. In return, you’ll be able to build strong relationships across the organization, work alongside a talented and highly skilled team, and make a meaningful contribution to the workplace experience that supports INTERA’s continued success.

Responsibilities

This multifaceted role supports a wide range of office, operational, facilities, and employee focused initiatives that require an individual who can work independently, exercise sound judgement, and take ownership of responsibilities. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Office Operations & Maintenance

• Ownership of daily office operations, keeping common areas, kitchens, conference rooms, and shared spaces organized, well supplied, and ready for use
• Maintain office supply inventories, procurements, reconcile the corporate purchase card, and periodically evaluate vendor pricing for cost-efficiency
• Serve as the primary point of contact for mail services, shipping and receiving, and occasional local errands
• Liaise with vendors and service providers to support the maintenance and functionality of office equipment
• Manage vendor and service provider relationships and coordinate with building management alongside the Manager of Facilities and Administration for maintenance and facility needs
• Coordinate office moves, workspace changes, furniture and equipment purchases, and new employee set ups in partnership with IT and facilities staff
• Partner with Health & Safety to support a safe, secure workplace, including office safety activities and periodic emergency evacuation drills

Employee Experience & Office Culture

• Build positive relationships with employees, serving as a resource for day-to-day office needs, and helping create a work environment where colleagues feel included and supported
• Welcome clients, visitors, and colleagues from other offices with warmth and hospitality
• Partner with HR and IT to welcome new hires through workspace preparation, onboarding and orientation support, and introductions to office procedures and resources
• Coordinate with employees and office leadership on community outreach opportunities and represent INTERA at local activities as appropriate

Meetings and Administrative Support

• Coordinate meetings, conferences, and seminars including scheduling, room setup, catering, technology checks, and support for virtual or hybrid participation
• Partner with our Talent Acquisition Recruiter and hiring managers for coordinating interview scheduling and logistics for both in-office and virtual interviews, and ensure a welcoming and positive interview experience for candidates
• Participate in company events and office initiatives as needed, providing hands‑on support with planning, setup, execution, and other operational tasks
• Assist with employee hotel and rental car arrangements as needed for business travel
• Track employee government badging and trainings required for badging
• Support and coordinate with HR, IT, and Accounting departments as needed

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Professional, dependable, and service-oriented mindset
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with employees across the organization
• Strong time-management skills with the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities
• Comfortable performing a variety of physical and hands‑on tasks, including setting up meeting and event spaces, transporting office supplies and materials, and supporting the day‑to‑day needs of an active office environment

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in office management, workplace operations, administrative support, hospitality, customer service, or a related role
• Experience planning and executing employee events, meetings, and office activities
• Experience supporting professional services, consulting, engineering, scientific, or other technical organizations