About us

Rural King is America’s Farm and Home Store, providing essentials to the communities we serve. With a wide array of necessities ranging from food and feed to farm and home products, Rural King serves over 150 locations across 17 states and is constantly expanding. Our annual sales exceed $2.5 Billion, and our heart beats in Mattoon, IL, home to our corporate office, distribution center, and flagship store.

One thing our customers appreciate is our unique shopping experience, complete with complimentary popcorn and coffee. It's just one way we show our appreciation for their support.

At Rural King, we value our associates and strive to create a positive, rewarding workplace. We offer growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and a people-first environment where dedicated individuals come together to serve rural communities passionately. Join us, and you'll find not just a job but a chance to grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and make a difference in the lives of those we serve.

How we reward you

401(k) plan that provides a 100% match on the first 3% of your contributions and 50% of the next 2%

Healthcare plans to support your needs

Virtual doctor visits

Access to Centers of Excellence with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Mayo Clinic’s Complex Care Program

15% Associate Discount

Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program

Associate Assistance Program

RK Cares Associate Hardship Program

24/7 Chaplaincy Services

Company paid YMCA Family Membership

What You’ll Do

The Office Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day administrative operations of the real estate office. This role ensures the office runs efficiently, supports brokers and leadership, maintains vendor and client coordination, and upholds a professional, organized environment.

The Office Manager serves as the operational backbone of the company—supporting transaction flow, office systems, and team productivity.

• Office Management
• Oversee daily office operations to ensure a productive, safe, and well-organized workplace
• Coordinate all leadership calendars and expense tracking
• Manage RKR president’s email
• Make travel and accommodation arrangements
• Serve as the point of contact for IT support coordination and office logistics
• Plan and support company meetings, events, and internal communications
• Maintain office policies and procedures to support efficiency and consistency
• Act as administrative support for Mattoon Sports Complex, , including but not limited to, scheduling meetings and taking minutes in the Board of Directors meetings
• People & Culture
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and professional workplace culture
• Support leadership with organizational planning and workforce needs
• Act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees on HR and workplace matters
• Promote employee engagement, wellness, and retention initiatives
• Real Estate Deal Coordination
• Oversee and actively manage real estate transactions from initial site research through closing, ensuring alignment with company timelines and objectives
• Maintain accurate, real-time deal tracking within internal systems, providing clear visibility into status, milestones, risks, and next steps
• Serve as the central point of coordination between brokers, attorneys, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and forward momentum
• Proactively identify potential administrative, contractual, or documentation issues and drive resolution to prevent delays
• Prepare and deliver consistent deal status updates to leadership, highlighting key developments, risks, and action items

Essential Qualities for Success

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
• 3–7 years of experience in an executive administrative role or office management.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally to all audiences.
• Good visual acuity.
• Close vision for computer work and document review.
• Repetitive wrist movements on keyboard.
• Ability to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to walk up and down stairs multiple times per day.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

The pay range for this position is $60,000 - $75,000 annually. Exact compensation is determined by factors such as relevant geographic location, education, certifications, experience, job level, shift, and organizational needs. To learn more about our benefits, review here https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:14539c15-191a-4b77-9c13-f6ccfce10094.