Office Manager--Owatonna Branch

From the Ground Up is  a full-service commercial maintenance and residential landscape design and build company. Our commitment to superior service, safety, and efficiency has earned us a strong reputation in Southern Minnesota and the Twin Cities. We specialize in commercial maintenance, landscape design, irrigation, and tree services. With a team of industry experts, we provide top-tier services to ensure your property looks its best year-round.

Position Overview

The Office Manager plays a key role in keeping the Owatonna branch running smoothly. This position provides day-to-day administrative, HR, and operational support; serves as a primary point of contact for employees, visitors, and vendors; and acts as a trusted administrative partner to the Branch Manager.

This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, friendly, process-focused, and comfortable juggling multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

HR & Onboarding Support

• Support new hire onboarding


• Support HR documentation needs


• Serve as a liaison between employees and HR for general questions and support


• Support ongoing benefits enrollment


• Support Employee Engagement activities


• Other duties, as assigned

Recruiting & Interview Coordination

• Support candidate communication 


• Support interviews for hiring managers and hiring events


• Other duties, as assigned

Payroll & Accounting Support

• Support payroll operations


• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processes


• Support organized payroll and financial records


• Other duties, as assigned

Office & Administrative Operations

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees, visitors, and vendors


• Manage office supplies, uniforms, and facility needs


• Coordinate calendars, meetings, and schedules


• Maintain an organized, professional office environment


• Other duties, as assigned

Branch Manager Support

• Provide direct administrative support to the Branch Manager


• Assist with scheduling, communications, document preparation, and meeting coordination


• Help track deadlines, action items, and recurring administrative tasks


• Other duties, as assigned

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of office administration or coordination experience


• Experience supporting HR, payroll, or accounting processes preferred


• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail


• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion


• Strong communication and customer service skills


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office required; experience with HR or payroll systems a plus


• Ability to operate in a typical office environment and lift 20 pounds, with or without accommodations

FTGU is an EEOC compliant employer and prohibits discrimination in hiring practices.