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On-Site Office Manager (Administrative)
Category: Administration
On-Site Office Manager (Administrative)
Overview
Keep RPA’s daily operations running smoothly by coordinating office systems, supplies,
and basic logistics for staff and volunteers.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage office supplies, vendors, and simple procurement; track inventory and reorder
cycles.
- Maintain digital and paper records; support document retention and version control.
- Coordinate mailings, meeting logistics, and small events or trainings.
- Provide basic troubleshooting and liaison with IT/Facilities vendors as needed.
- Support volunteer intake coordination (e.g., scheduling, file setup).
Qualifications
- Experience in office administration or executive assistance not required, but a plus.
- Highly organized, discreet, and service‑oriented; strong follow‑through.
- Comfort with Google Workspace or Microsoft Office; basic tech troubleshooting.
Time Commitment
~8–10 hours/week, in steady cadence; can be split between two volunteers.
Benefits
- Operations and administration experience in a national nonprofit.
- Professional references; exposure to executive workflows; networking opportunities.
Should be a Rail Passengers member or prepared to join Rail Passengers to participate. To
apply, send a resume, clips/links and a cover letter by email to [email protected].
"Thank you to Jim Mathews and the Rail Passengers Association for presenting me with this prestigious award. I am always looking at ways to work with the railroads and rail advocates to improve the passenger experience."
Congressman Dan Lipinski (IL-3)
February 14, 2020, on receiving the Association's Golden Spike Award