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Department Administrator

Penske Automotive Group
Warwick, RI Full Time
POSTED ON 6/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/6/2026

BMW of Warwick is looking for a knowledgeable and friendly Department Administrator to join our dealership team and deliver extraordinary customer experiences.

JOIN OUR TEAM
At Penske Automotive Group (PAG), we strive to create a positive and challenging workplace that promotes excellence and achievement, and we aim to deliver the very best experience possible to our customers. We are looking for dedicated and motivated professionals who share that same passion to join our team.

Imagine working in a professionally and financially satisfying job where you have the opportunity to make a positive impact on our organization and customers every day. As a Department Administrator, you will provide ongoing administrative support to an office or set of managers. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining structures for communication between departments and providing their supervisors with valuable information for business opportunities.

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER

  • Fortune 500 company, consistently recognized by Automotive News as among the "Best Dealerships to Work For."
  • Proudly named to Glassdoor's Best Places to Work
  • Comprehensive benefits program, including health care options (medical, dental and vision) and 401k savings and retirement plan with company match.
  • Training, resources and opportunities for career growth and advancement, tailored to individual performance, experience and interests.
  • Values-driven culture built on integrity, professionalism, excellence, and teamwork.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

  • Genuine interest in providing an exceptional customer experience.
  • Friendliness, enthusiasm, reliability, with a positive "team-player" attitude.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
  • Strong work-ethic with the ability to work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
  • Prompt assistance to customers with courtesy, accuracy, and professionalism.

WHAT YOU CAN BRING TO THE TABLE

  • Commitment: Managing the day to day operations and needs of the assigned department.
  • Service: Oversees internal administrative duties such as processing invoices, budgets and expense reports, material creation and copies. Organizes and maintains files and records.
  • Collaboration: Maintains a strong working relationship with across all dealership departments.

APPLY WITH US!

If you are ready for a rewarding career with competitive compensation and benefits, and opportunities to excel and advance, consider joining the Penske Automotive Group organization. Our interview process typically includes a phone interview, several in-person interviews, background check, reference check, driving record review and a drug screen. Be a part of the best customer experience team in the automotive industry... apply with us today!

Penske Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a drug- and alcohol-free workplace. Some positions may require applicants to possess a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.

Qualifications:

Competencies
  • Positive and professional attitude with ability to get along with others
  • Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to interact with all levels of staff
  • Expert multi-tasker and with the ability to prioritize accordingly
  • Must be proficient dealing with fast-paced, rapidly changing and often ambiguous environments; be organized and have a commitment to details
  • Positive and approachable attitude
  • Organized and goal-oriented professional with ability to use strong analytical skills, knowledge of office administrative procedures and strong background in office management
  • Results-focused individual providing high-end administrative support to various executives as well as various departments
  • Must be proficient in administrative tasks to promote continuous support and improvement of the existing system
  • Sound judgment and critical thinking skills
  • Self-motivated and the ability to work independently with little or no supervision Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Power Point, Excel, and Outlook) 
  • Ability to prepare executive level presentations, memos, and general correspondence 
  • Provide excellent customer service 
Work Environment/Physical Demands
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions in an office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees work under typical office conditions, and the noise level is usually quiet. While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to:
  • sit, walk and stand 
  • use hands repetitively to operate standard office equipment 
  • reach with hands and arms 
  • lift up to 25 pounds
 Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
 
Works evenings, weekends and holidays as required.
 
Required Education and Experience
High school diploma or the equivalent and five-year related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
 
Preferred Education and Experience
Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent; and five to seven-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

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