Office Manager

Equity LifeStyle Properties; West Richland (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

401(k) employer match

Paid vacations

Holidays

Sick time

Job summary

Equity LifeStyle Properties in Mercedes, Texas, is seeking an Office Manager to oversee the day-to-day property administration, manage customer relations, and supervise administrative staff and building attendants.

You’ll need a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) and 2+ years in office management, plus solid communication, organization, and MS Office skills. The company offers medical/dental/vision plans, a generous 401(k) match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years of experience in office management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the property administration office.
• Manage customer relations, forms, accounts payable/receivable, petty cash and collections.
• Supervise administrative staff and building attendants.
• Coordinate preparation of paperwork and serve as first contact for customer-related issues.
• Maintain reception area, communications, and liaison with management.
• Attend training sessions and assist with special projects as needed.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Office software

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long and successful career! ELS is hiring for the position of Office Manager in Mercedes, Texas.

What you’ll do:

• The Office Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of the property administration office.
• This position oversees customer relations, prepares forms, manages accounts payable and receivable, manages petty cash and collections and trains other administrative staff.
• The Office Manager also supervises the administrative staff and building attendants.

Your job will include:

• Coordinate preparation of paperwork.
• Serve as the first point of contact for customer-related issues, including all customer requests and complaints that need to be addressed with management or investigated during property tours using Manage America’s work order system.
• Manage the reception area to ensure effective internal and external telephone and mail communications.
• Work closely with management to develop an integral team that effectively represents the company’s quality and professionalism.
• Act as a liaison between customers and management regarding property-related issues.
• Prepare customer correspondence as required.
• Attend and participate in training sessions as requested.
• Maintain office files with current and accurate information.
• Perform weekly office inspections.
• Assist Property Manager with special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Experience & skills you need:

• Bachelor’s degree, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years of experience in office management.
• Working knowledge of mail processes (e.g., postage machine, FedEx, UPS, etc.)
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Basic computer literacy; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite preferred.

In return for your excellent skills and abilities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• medical, dental, and vision plans
• a generous 401(k) employer match
• paid vacations, holidays, and sick time

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and thank all applicants.

Equity LifeStyle Properties (NYSE: ELS) is the leading operator of Manufactured Home Communities, RV Resorts and Campgrounds in North America. Our appealing properties, located in the most desirable regions of the country, offer a variety of homes and camping options to meet a wide range of customers' needs. ELS has a strong national presence with more than 400 communities and resorts in 32 states and British Columbia and a team of more than 4000 employees.