Administrative Services Managers - 11-3011.00

O*NET-SOC Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate supportive services of an organization, such as recordkeeping, mail distribution, telephone operator/receptionist, and other office support services. May oversee facilities planning and maintenance and custodial operations.

DOT Titles Included in this O*NET-SOC Code

  • Court Administrator
  • Director, Service
  • Manager, Office
  • Property-Disposal Officer
  • Radiology Administrator
  • Unclaimed Property Officer

Sample of Occupations in this SOC Family

Related Occupations

Tasks

  • Acquire, distribute and store supplies.
  • Analyze internal processes and recommend and implement procedural or policy changes to improve operations, such as supply changes or the disposal of records.
  • Conduct classes to teach procedures to staff.
  • Direct or coordinate the supportive services department of a business, agency, or organization.
  • Dispose of, or oversee the disposal of, surplus or unclaimed property.
  • Hire and terminate clerical and administrative personnel.
  • Manage leasing of facility space.
  • Monitor the facility to ensure that it remains safe, secure, and well-maintained.
  • Oversee construction and renovation projects to improve efficiency and to ensure that facilities meet environmental, health, and security standards, and comply with government regulations.
  • Oversee the maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment, and electrical and mechanical systems.
  • Participate in architectural and engineering planning and design, including space and installation management.
  • Plan, administer and control budgets for contracts, equipment and supplies.
  • Prepare and review operational reports and schedules to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
  • Set goals and deadlines for the department.

Detailed Work Activities

  • adhere to safety procedures
  • analyze operational or management reports or records
  • analyze organizational operating practices or procedures
  • analyze technical data, designs, or preliminary specifications
  • assign work to staff or employees
  • conduct or attend staff meetings
  • consult with managerial or supervisory personnel
  • delegate appropriate administrative support activities
  • design systems in cooperation with colleagues
  • determine policies related to administration, standards, or facility maintenance
  • develop maintenance schedules
  • direct and coordinate activities of workers or staff
  • document provision of administrative services
  • evaluate office operations
  • hire, discharge, transfer, or promote workers
  • inspect property for construction, condition, or design
  • interview job applicants
  • maintain administrative services procedures manual
  • maintain inventory of office equipment or furniture
  • maintain records, reports, or files
  • manage building maintenance projects
  • manage contracts
  • manage inventories or supplies
  • modify work procedures or processes to meet deadlines
  • monitor operations to verify conformance to standards
  • monitor repairs or maintenance to enforce standards
  • negotiate real estate sales or rental contracts
  • order or purchase supplies, materials, or equipment
  • oversee work progress to verify safety or conformance to standards
  • prepare financial reports
  • prepare rental or lease agreement
  • prepare reports
  • prepare reports of property or facility status
  • prepare safety reports
  • purchase office equipment or furniture
  • recommend solutions of administrative problems
  • schedule employee work hours
  • schedule facility or property maintenance
  • use facility management techniques
  • use interpersonal communication techniques
  • use negotiation techniques
  • write administrative procedures services manual