Description
Part-Time Office Manager (29 Hours/Week)
Are you an organized, proactive professional with exceptional writing skills who enjoys variety and thrives in a collaborative environment? Do you THRIVE in a team environment? The DuPage Mayors and Managers Conference (DMMC), a council of governments representing thirty-five municipalities in DuPage County, is looking for a highly capable Part-Time Office Manager to join our team in Oak Brook.
What You'll Do:
As our Office Manager, you will play a key role in keeping our organization running smoothly. No two days are exactly alike, and you will be involved in a wide variety of responsibilities, including:
Managing day-to-day office operations, administrative functions, and problem-solving
Drafting, editing, and proofreading professional correspondence, reports, meeting minutes, agendas, and other communications
Coordinating meetings, calendars, and organizational events
Maintaining records, files, and office systems
Assisting with projects and special initiatives as needed
Providing support to our members and team
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate:
Has an Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s preferred) and 3+ years of relevant work experience
Has extraordinary writing, editing, and proofreading skills
Has experience preparing professional correspondence, meeting agendas, and minutes
Is highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
Enjoys working as part of a collaborative, supportive team
Is resourceful, adaptable, and comfortable handling a wide variety of responsibilities
Demonstrates professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment
Can effectively prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Is proficient with Microsoft Office and other standard office technology
Schedule & Compensation
Part-time, 29 hours per week at $24.88 to $33.58 per hour (DOQ)
Paid time off, including vacation, sick, and personal time
Primarily in-person at our office in Oak Brook
Attendance at approximately six meetings per year outside of traditional business hours is required
How to Apply:
If you enjoy meaningful work, taking initiative, and being the person who helps everything come together, we would love to hear from you. Please send a resume, cover letter including salary requirements, 3 writing samples, and 3 professional references to squintell@dmmc-cog.org by September 15, 2026.
Requirements
The ideal candidate:
Has an Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s preferred) and 3+ years of relevant work experience
Has extraordinary writing, editing, and proofreading skills
Has experience preparing professional correspondence, meeting agendas, and minutes
Is highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
Enjoys working as part of a collaborative, supportive team
Is resourceful, adaptable, and comfortable handling a wide variety of responsibilities
Demonstrates professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment
Can effectively prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Is proficient with Microsoft Office and other standard office technology
