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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].
"I wish to extend my appreciation to members of the Rail Passengers Association for their steadfast advocacy to protect not only the Southwest Chief, but all rail transportation which plays such an important role in our economy and local communities. I look forward to continuing this close partnership, both with America’s rail passengers and our bipartisan group of senators, to ensure a bright future for the Southwest Chief route."
Senator Jerry Moran (R-KS)
April 2, 2019, on receiving the Association's Golden Spike Award for his work to protect the Southwest Chief