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.

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.

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

• 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.