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Seeking Virtual Office Manager - Closed
We are a small, professional, independent publisher of a book on a business model for the escort industry. This is sold through our website and other book purchasing sites. We value our team members and offer the following:
- career and compensation growth for long-term contractors
- the ability to work virtually
- professional training
- an intellectual work environment, and
- a fun atmosphere!
WHAT WE NEED
Currently we are in need of a motivated, talented, and forward-thinking p/t Office Manager which will eventually lead to f/t. (you must be able to start work around 11 am - 12 pm EST.)
WHAT WE REQUIRE
We will only accept e-mails from individuals that possess the following job-related qualifications:
- Has minimum one year experience managing a virtual team of ICs through 80% e-mail, 10% IM & if need be, the phone.
- Has prior Management, Team Leader, Motivation & Conflict Resolution skills, & is always open to training themselves in new methods. Having read the "One Minute Manager" series is a plus
- You are able to motivate the staff to learn Time Management skills (we have the material to train).
- You are able to motivate the staff to learn organizational skills (you will be required to create policies & procedures no how they can improve their organizational skills & how they must follow our our company policies.)
- Detail Oriented catching mistakes team members may make, & can read between the lines
- Has a proactive personality that loves challenges & solving problems
- Is highly adept at multi-tasking
- Thrives on a fast paced environment
- Has excellent typing (accuracy and speed - 60+)
- Internet/Email savvy (VERY IMPORTANT)
- Able to call long distance throughout the States
Additionally, in order for us to consider your e-mail, you must meet the following requirements:
- The intellect to understand that although we publish a book that serves to educate on how to establish an adult industry related business, it does not diminish our level of professionalism, nor our ability to run an effective, profitable business, and treat contractors, vendors, etc. with respect.
We also build businesses that are mainstream, all geared towards helping the public. - The ability to take responsibility for all of your actions, & not blame others.
- A minimum of one-year experience that can be verified with you working in that capacity as a virtual independent contractor in your field of expertise.
- Be detail-oriented and confident in making suggestions when you see that something may be improved.
- Have the ability to be organized, set and meet deadlines and work independently in a virtual work environment.
- Possess excellent written and verbal English communication skills to include being able to follow explicit instructions via e-mail, instant messaging and on the phone.
- Demonstrate strong ethics and a solid personal commitment to your responsibilities.
- The desire to work in a friendly, down to earth, virtual workplace that applauds innovation and common sense.
Please include the following in your e-mail, & expect to receive an online application in your inbox:
- The keywords "I'm your new Office Manager" in the heading of your e-mail.
- Your best “small business” hourly rate.
- A description of your abilities as they relate to our needs, without an accompanying resume, as we award contracts based on the ability for a person/company to sell his/her skills without the structure of a resume. It is your responsibility to sell yourself, please don’t assume that we will assume details about you.
- List how many years you have been working virtually online
- A list of your professional references that can verify your virtual management abilities.
- List your top three strengths and your top three areas for improvement (everyone has areas for improvement, so you will not be pre-judged by your answer).
You will automatically be sent an online application once you respond, so please make sure that is filled out by the time we get to you.
Thank you
Updated 08-Feb-09
