What Administrative Services

Administrative services managers plan, direct, and coordinate supportive services of an organization. Their specific responsibilities vary, but administrative service managers typically maintain facilities and supervise activities that include recordkeeping, mail distribution, and office upkeep. In a small organization, they may direct all support services and may be called the business office manager. Large organizations may have several layers of administrative managers who specialize in different areas.

Duties of Administrative Services Managers

Administrative services managers typically do the following:

• Supervise clerical and administrative personnel
• Set goals and deadlines for their department
• Develop, manage, and monitor records
• Recommend changes to policies or procedures in order to improve operations, such as changing what supplies are kept or how to improve recordkeeping
• Monitor the facility to ensure that it remains safe, secure, and well maintained
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment, and electrical and mechanical systems
• Ensure that facilities meet environmental, health, and security standards and comply with government regulations