Office Manager

Overview

Manages and coordinates the administrative functions of the assigned department and area. Reports to a Vice President, Chairman, or Department Manager. The Office Manager – Facilities Operations is responsible for the day‑to‑day management and coordination of building operations to ensure a safe, clean, efficient, and fully functional work environment for all occupants. This role serves as the primary on‑site liaison for Facilities, Security, IT, Environmental Services, and external vendors, overseeing the timely resolution of maintenance, safety, access, and operational issues across the building.

Responsibilities

• Manages day‑to‑day building operations to maintain a safe, clean, functional, and compliant work environment; continuously monitors building conditions, triages and tracks all maintenance and repair requests through to resolution, and ensures adherence to hospital‑wide safety, environmental, and infection control standards. (30% of time)
• Serves as the primary on‑site liaison between building occupants, Facilities leadership, Security, IT, Environmental Services, and external vendors; communicates building updates, planned disruptions, and operational changes to relevant stakeholders, and escalates unresolved issues to appropriate teams in a timely manner. (20% of time)
• Coordinates conference room and shared space operations, including reservation management, room setup, A/V functionality, equipment readiness, and scheduling conflict resolution, to ensure optimal utilization of shared spaces on an ongoing basis. (15% of time)
• Manages building access, security, mail, and transportation services in coordination with Security and Parking; oversees visitor management, badge access, mail and package receipt and distribution, outgoing courier services, and employee and visitor parking needs. (15% of time)
• Maintains operational documentation and supply inventory; manages logs, trackers, and reports related to facilities requests, maintenance activity, and vendor performance; oversees office supply ordering to maintain appropriate stock levels and cost efficiency; and provides administrative reporting support as needed. (10% of time)
• Oversees vendor and service coordination, including cleaning, repairs, scheduled maintenance, and deliveries; monitors vendor performance to ensure work is completed on time and in accordance with building standards. (5% of time)
• Supports on‑site logistics for meetings, events, and leadership visits, including space readiness, room configuration, A/V setup, and hospitality preparation in advance of scheduled activities. (5% of time)

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of three years of experience in a similar office setting or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Working knowledge of building operations, facilities coordination, and office management best practices, including the ability to identify and proactively address operational gaps.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills with high attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and follow‑through.
• Demonstrated ability to triage issues, exercise sound judgment, and anticipate needs before issues arise to ensure timely resolution of operational concerns.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional customer service orientation, and the ability to interact effectively with staff, leadership, vendors, and external partners across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Proven ability to build working relationships across functions including Facilities, Security, IT, Environmental Services, and external vendors to support seamless operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and comfort utilizing internal systems for work order tracking, space management, and reporting.
• Ability to maintain discretion, professionalism, and composure in a fast‑paced healthcare environment, including during urgent or high‑pressure situations.

Compensation

Compensation Range: $56,000.00 – $78,500.00. This range is an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications and is determined by a comprehensive review of education, experience, skills, and certifications.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage
• Discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases
• Flexible Spending Accounts and 403(b) savings matches
• Paid time off and career advancement opportunities
• Resources to support employee and family well‑being

Equal Opportunity

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non‑job‑related characteristic. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please contact Talent Acquisition. BMC participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program and requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID‑19 and flu, including a booster dose of the COVID‑19 vaccine.