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SECRETARIAL & ASSISTANT ROLES

Office and Administrative Support Workers

Office and administrative support workers ensure smooth operations across various industries.

32 000 – 65 000 USD
Average salary / year
Completion of secondary education with additional vocational training or associate degree preferred
Education level
00
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
Several months of targeted vocational training or on-the-job experience typically required
Market tension
Moderate
Intl. mobility
Possible
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
Several months of targeted vocational training or on-the-job experience typically required
Market tension
Moderate
Intl. mobility
Possible

Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
32 000 – 40 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
40 000 – 52 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
52 000 – 65 000 USD/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — United States

Access to this profession is typically through completion of secondary education complemented by vocational training or an associate degree.

Internships and entry-level positions provide practical experience to facilitate integration into the workforce.

Training — United States

The formation relies on a professional curriculum oriented towards office administration, including courses in document management, communication, and basic accounting.

It often combines theoretical knowledge with practical internships to develop essential skills.

The job market — United States

The labor market for administrative and diverse office support roles is moderately demanding, with steady hiring across multiple sectors such as corporate, healthcare, education, and public services.

  • Remote work options exist but may be limited by the nature of some tasks.
  • Automation presents a medium risk, encouraging continuous skills development.

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