Administrative Officers & Executive Assistants
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Administrative officers oversee and implement administrative procedures, establish work priorities, conduct analyses of administrative operations and co-ordinate acquisition of administrative services such as office space, supplies and security services. They are employed throughout the public and private sectors. (NOC)
Executive assistants co-ordinate administrative procedures, public relations activities and research and analysis functions for members of legislative assemblies, ministers, deputy ministers, corporate officials and executives, committees and boards of directors. They are employed by governments, corporations and associations. (NOC)
Occupational profile
Find detailed information about the occupation, including typical duties and working conditions, in the links below:
- National Occupational Classification (NOC) - Canadian Occupational Descriptions
- O*NET Online: Executive Assistants - U.S Resources for Occupational Information
- Occinfo by alis: Indigenous Liaison – Alberta-based Occupational Information
- A Day in the Life: College of Administrators - The Princeton Review (U.S.)
- Career Profile by Sokanu - U.S.-based occupational information: Executive Assistant
Education
Education requirements vary for Administrative Officer or Executive Assistant, but completion of secondary school is required. A university degree or college diploma in business or public administration may be required. (NOC). Prior experience in office environments may be required.
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Information for foreign-trained Administrative Officers - Canadian Information Centre for International Credential
Labour market information
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Resources
- Trend Analysis: Job Market Report (Winnipeg region) - Gov. of Canada Job Bank
- Occupational Outlook Handbook: Administrative Services Managers - Job Outlook for the U.S.
- State of the Profession White Paper (free download) - From the International Association of Administrative Professionals
- Occinfo by alis: Administrative Officers – Wages & Salaries in Alberta
- Executive Assistant Salary & Duties for 2019 - Report From Robert Half
Professional Associations
Professional associations organize events and directories, job postings, career and labour market information. Student membership opportunities are also available. This is a great way to learn and network.
- Association of Administrative Professionals (Canada)
- CACUSS
- Canadian Association of University Business Officers
- Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators
- International Association of Administrative Professionals
- National Association for College Admission Counselling (U.S.)
- Privacy & Access Council of Canada
- Canadian Association of Virtual Assistants
Directories, Industry Associations, and Sector Councils
These resources provide industry news, labour market information and a list of potential employers. Remember, there are usually multiple industries worth exploring.
- Federation of Canadian Municipalities – Members
- Government of Canada – Departments & Agencies
- Province of Manitoba – Departments
- Universities Canada – Member Universities
- Colleges & Institutes Canada – Members
- Manitoba Chambers of Commerce – Member Directory
Job Boards
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Other links
External resources that will provide you with additional information about the occupation, areas of work and opportunities to build experience:
- Career Paths for Admission Officers - National Association for College Admission Counselling