Manager of Administrative Services
Required skills
- DOT
- DMV
- Microsoft Office
- purchasing
- procurement
- fleet management
- transportation
- logistics
- compliance
- safety
Nice to have
- business administration
- Supervisory experience
Role summary
The Manager of Administrative Services provides leadership and oversight for various departments including purchasing, transportation, and fleet operations. This role is responsible for supervising staff, managing vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations, and identifying opportunities for operational efficiency. The position requires strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in administrative operations, transportation, or logistics. A valid New York State Driver's License is also required.
Role Responsibilities:
- Provides oversight and leadership for assigned departments and functions within Administrative Services.
- Supervises, trains, develops, and supports assigned staff to promote effective performance and consistent practices across the organization.
- Oversees purchasing operations, vendor relationships, procurement processes, and related compliance requirements.
- Oversees transportation and fleet operations, including driver operations, routing, contracted transportation services, vehicle maintenance, safety, training, and regulatory compliance.
- Provides leadership, training, and operational support for Program Assistance services throughout the agency.
- Reviews departmental operations and identifies opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, service delivery, and resource utilization.
- Ensures assigned areas operate in accordance with agency policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Collaborates with agency leadership, departments, programs, vendors, and other stakeholders to address operational needs and organizational priorities.
- Coordinates Administrative Services projects and initiatives as assigned by the Vice President of Administrative Services..
Role Requirements:
· High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, management, transportation, logistics, or a related field preferred.
· 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in administrative operations, transportation, purchasing, logistics, or a related field.
· Supervisory or management experience preferred.
· Knowledge of transportation operations, fleet management, DOT and DMV requirements, and applicable safety practices.
· Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
· Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
· Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across departments.
· Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information.
· Valid New York State Driver’s License.
· Ability to respond to operational emergencies outside of regular business hours when necessary.
SALARY 66,300 -71,400
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
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