Office Manager Resume Sample

Tailor a resume to the position you are applying for and highlight your skills and experience, as this office manager resume sample demonstrates.

There are several important factors to consider when writing a resume. First, it should be well organized and easy to read. An employer should be able to glance at your resume and quickly discern your skills and capabilities. If you are posting it online, you may want to ensure that you choose industry keywords because many employers use software to scan online resume databases to identify specific words. The language and organization used can be very important in determining whether you are invited for an interview, and ultimately whether you are offered a job.

When you are writing a resume, you need to decide what type you want to use. Chronological resumes are standard, and list your work experience in order from your newest job to your oldest job. Many office manager resumes, including the sample below, are in chronological format because experience is important.

You could also select a functional or skills based resume. This format lists each of your skills individually under a separate bullet point. This is the best format for people who do not have a long employment history but who have a lot of experience or different skills that they can bring to the table.

You want to provide specific details that demonstrate your skills. If you managed an office and successfully cut expenditures for the office, list the specifics such as the percentage you saved or your levels of efficiency.

Use industry jargon if you are applying for an office manager job in a specific industry. You can browse sample resumes online, including the office manager resume sample below, or websites from big names in your industry to try to find keywords and language to use.

Finally, make sure your resume is professional and formal. Do not use slang words or misspellings. This is your one chance to make a first impression with employers and it should be a professional document.

Objective: To obtain an office manager position in a fast-paced environment where my management skills and experience can streamline office policies and procedures to make a productive impact.

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products, including Windows XP, MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook.
• Experience managing multi-line telephone switchboard system
• Typing 90 WPM
• Team building experience
• Trained in OSHA compliance

Education

• Business Management Certificate, My College, 2001
  • Honors Society, 2000
  • Student Government Secretary, 1999-2001

Professional Experience

• Office Manager, Company 1

Nowhere, NY 2006-2008

Managed an office of eight attorneys. Responsible for hiring and firing of support staff. Acted as liaison between attorneys and support staff. Coordinated meetings, managed calendars and made travel arrangements. Organized purchasing and supplies. Came in $1,000 under budget in 2003 and 2004.

• Office Manager, Company 2

Nowhere, NY 2002-2006

Managed an office of five executives. Made travel arrangements. Set up meetings and managed calendar. Coordinated staff hiring. Purchased office supplies and managed office budget.

• Administrative Assistant, Company 2

Nowhere, NY 2001-2002

Provided general secretarial duties to five executives. Answered phones. Streamlined the filing system for the office to improve access to information. Was promoted to office manager within one year of employment

The above office manager resume sample is organized in chronological format. The applicant put her education first because she felt her degree was relevant. You could put your professional experience first if you feel that your professional experience is more important then your degree. This depends on the nature of your educational background and whether your education is related to office management.

The applicant also mentioned specific honors she received, in both her educational career and her professional career. Specific details were included, such as "Came in $1,000 under budget in 2003 and 2004." The applicant also split up the two jobs that she held at the same company (Company 2) onto two separate lines in order to highlight the promotion she received. All of the jobs she listed were relevant to the position she is applying for, and provide the person doing the hiring with information about why they should hire her.

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