Office Manager Job

Job Title
Office Manager – Licensed Montessori Childcare Centre
Employer
BC1000716 dba Lions Park Montessori Ltd.
Location
Port Coquitlam, BC
On-site position (no remote work option)
Employment Type
Permanent, full-time
30 to 40 hours per week (minimum 30 guranteed)
Wage
$36.60 per hour
Benefits as per company policy
Start Date
As soon as possible

Job Description
Lions Park Montessori Ltd., a licensed early learning and childcare centre in Port Coquitlam, BC, is seeking a full-time Office Manager to oversee and coordinate administrative and operational functions of the centre. This position plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with childcare licensing requirements, maintaining accurate records, supporting payroll administration, and coordinating office procedures in a regulated childcare environment.
The Office Manager is responsible for ensuring that administrative systems support the day-to-day operation of the centre while meeting provincial regulatory and privacy obligations.
Key Responsibilities
• Review, implement, and improve administrative policies and office procedures
• Oversee and coordinate daily office operations in a licensed childcare setting
• Administer and maintain confidential student, staff, and parent records in compliance with privacy legislation
• Coordinate enrollment documentation, fee administration, and parent contracts
• Oversee payroll administration and support scheduling and staffing coordination
• Delegate and supervise work of office support staff, where applicable
• Liaise with management to support compliance with provincial childcare licensing and reporting requirements
• Prepare internal reports and assist management with operational planning
• Ensure timely handling of correspondence, documentation, and record retention

Requirements
• Secondary school graduation certificate required
• Minimum 1 to 2 years of experience in office administration or office management
• Experience in a regulated environment (childcare, education, healthcare, or similar) is a strong asset
• Demonstrated experience with payroll coordination, records management, and administrative compliance
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and office management systems

Work Conditions
• Work must be completed on-site at the childcare centre
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, regulated environment

Who Can Apply
You may apply if you are:
• A Canadian citizen
• A permanent resident of Canada
• A temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to applications from individuals who are not authorized to work in Canada.

How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to apply by submitting their resume through the platform where this job is posted and via email at [email protected], please put in Job title in the subject