Jobs · Administrative · California

Office Manager

Kern Energy CA · Bakersfield, CA · 1 mo ago
AdministrativeFull-time

About the role

The Office Manager oversees the daily administrative operations and overall facility coordination to ensure an efficient, organized, and professional work environment. This role serves as the key point of contact and front-office representative, providing exceptional customer service to employees, executives, clients, vendors, and visitors while managing office communications, administrative support functions, and facility-related activities.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for employees, executives, clients, vendors, and visitors.
  • Professionally greet and direct visitors while maintaining office security and visitor sign-in procedures.
  • Answer, screen, and route incoming phone calls, emails, and general office communications in a timely and professional manner.
  • Cook up facility-related activities including office maintenance, repairs, vendor services, and workspace readiness.
  • Manage office supplies, equipment, and inventory to maintain operational efficiency and cost control.
  • Cook up conference room scheduling, office logistics, workspace setups, meetings, appointments, travel arrangements, and company events.
  • Maintain reception, break room, conference rooms, and common areas to ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
  • Provide administrative support to leadership, department teams, and cross-functional initiatives as needed.
  • Monitor and maintain office systems, administrative procedures, and facility standards to support smooth day-to-day operations.
  • Support special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Strong organizational, multitasking, and time management skills with the ability to prioritize competing responsibilities.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a professional and customer-focused demeanor.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and general office technology and systems.
  • Knowledge of office administration, reception operations, and facility coordination practices.
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
  • Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and solve problems effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Skilled in coordinating meetings, schedules, travel arrangements, and office logistics.
  • Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with employees, leadership, vendors, and visitors.
  • Strong customer service skills with the ability to professionally manage front desk and visitor interactions.
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and support cross-functional business needs.
  • Experience managing vendors, office supplies, invoices, and administrative tracking activities preferred.
  • Understanding of workplace safety, office procedures, and professional business practices.
  • Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and commitment to maintaining an efficient office environment.

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