Overview
Office Manager Jobs in Junction City, KS at Rainbow Meadows Equine Rescue and Retirement
Rainbow Meadows Equine Rescue and Retirement is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and re-homing of horses in need. Our mission is to provide compassionate care and a second chance at life for equines who have suffered neglect, abuse, or abandonment. We are seeking a self-directed, dedicated and experienced, driven Office Manager to support our operations and mission.
Position Summary:
The Office Manager is responsible for overseeing day-to-day administrative and financial operations of the rescue. This position requires excellent organizational skills, proficiency in QuickBooks, and the ability to assist with horse handling when needed. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and comfortable working in a nonprofit, animal-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage daily administrative operations, including scheduling, communications, and records management
Maintain accurate financial records and perform bookkeeping using QuickBooks
Process donations, prepare financial reports, and assist with annual audits and budget planning
Handle payroll, vendor payments, and account reconciliations
Provide support for grant applications and donor correspondence
Maintain files related to equine health, adoptions, and intake
Assist with horse handling as needed for vet/farrier visits, intake assessments, and occasional turnout or transport
Ensure compliance with relevant nonprofit, government agencies, and employment regulations
Coordinate volunteers and support general organizational needs
Promotional posting about the Rescue on Social Media and follow-up on responses.
Must be prepared to assist with morning feed or occasional horse handling as needed when there is insufficient staff or volunteer support.
Qualifications:
3+ years in office administration, nonprofit experience a plus
Proven experience with QuickBooks (required)
Familiarity with basic horse care and confidence handling horses in a calm, safe manner
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities independently
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and general tech literacy
Ability to lift 50 lbs and work outdoors as needed in varying weather conditions.
Preferred:
Experience in an equine, veterinary, or animal welfare setting
Familiarity with donor databases (e.g., DonorPerfect, Salesforce NPSP) and ability to help set up a donor tracking system.
Social Media Savvy
Strong preference for experience with fundraising in a 501c3.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35,000.00 – $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Paid time off
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Holidays
Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
Do you have experience working with and are you physically able to handle horses?
Experience:
Office management: 2 years (Required)
QuickBooks: 1 year (Required)
Fundraising: 1 year (Preferred)
Microsoft Office: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Junction City, KS 66441 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Office Manager
Company: Rainbow Meadows Equine Rescue and Retirement
Location: Junction City, KS
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