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Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants

Median Salary
70,310
Job Outlook
+7%

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Provide high-level administrative support by conducting research, preparing statistical reports, and handling information requests, as well as performing routine administrative functions such as preparing correspondence, receiving visitors, arranging conference calls, and scheduling meetings. May also train and supervise lower-level clerical staff.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

63%

Private not for profit

20%

State and local government

12%

Self-employed

3%

Federal Government

2%

What is the job outlook?

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$34,530

10%

$70,310

Median

$82,070

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Associate's degree

    33%

  • High school

    24%

  • Some college

    20%

  • Bachelor's degree

    11%

  • Post-master's certificate

    3%

  • First professional degree

    2%

  • Master's degree

    1%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    1%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
  • Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    High

  • Leadership

    High

  • Math and Science Skills

    Mid

  • Technology Design and Control

    Mid

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Mid

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Administrative
  • English Language
  • Computers and Electronics
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Administration and Management

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Repetitiveness

    High

  • Time Pressure

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Responsibility

    Low

  • Decision Making

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

  • Level Of Competition

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.