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Women Make Movies Seeks Office Manager

Position available: OFFICE MANAGER

From cutting-edge documentaries that give depth to today’s headlines to films that push artistic and intellectual boundaries in all genres, Women Make Movies (WMM) is the world’s leading distributor of independent films by and about women. WMM is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women of color, lesbians, and older women to apply.

We are looking for a smart, savvy, hardworking individual who can work independently in a busy, fast paced office. We want a superstar who is socially aware, feet firmly planted on the ground, and knows how to get the job done efficiently and effectively! Please have a strong sense of work ethic, especially with regard to showing up to work on time, every day. The right candidate will have at least two years experience in an office management position, with an understanding of office administration and maintenance, and excellent methods of communication. We are looking for someone to grow with the organization, who is able to understand the big picture, and who can successfully juggle multiple tasks in a productive and polite manner. The ideal candidate must also have a strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, be able to effectively prioritize, and must be willing and able to wear multiple hats.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Responsible for all day-to-day operations and functions of a 12-person office.
Work and manage all aspects of the Front Desk, which includes serving in the role of receptionist for the organization
Responsible for the Intern / Work Study Program
Primary liaison with Building Superintendent
Assist Administrative Manager with Human Resources (recruitment, hiring, training, insurance, payroll)

Skills, qualifications and other requirements:

§ Mandatory 2 - 3 years experience working in an administrative position (preferably with some supervisory experience)
§ Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft platform.
§ Proficiency using organizational contact database and mailing lists.
§ Detail oriented and strong organization skills.
§ Excellent writing/communication/customer service skills.
§ Must be comfortable on phones!!
§ Sense of humor appreciated.
§ Experience with a non-profit or media arts organization helpful.
§ Commitment to multi-cultural feminist media.
§ Friendly, professional, and pleasant demeanor.

Excellent benefits package including employer-paid medical and dental insurance, long term disability insurance, employer-contributed retirement plan, and generous paid time off schedule.

TO APPLY: Please send an email to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) with subject: Office Manager Search. Please paste resume, salary history, and cover letter (including where you saw this job posting) in the body of an email. Please do not send attachments!