Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants
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.
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BLS projects U.S. employment for Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants to remain nearly level by 0.0% between 2024 and 2034, from 489,300 to 489,200 jobs. Its estimate of 43,300 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($76,590), education (High school diploma or equivalent), and related experience (Less than 5 years) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
489,300
Projected employment (2034)
489,200
Projected change (2024–2034)
0%
Annual openings (projected average)
43,300
Pay & Preparation
$76,590
High school diploma or equivalent
Less than 5 years
None
Essential Skills
Reading Comprehension (4/5) • Active Listening (4/5) • Speaking (3.88/5) • Service Orientation (3.75/5) • Writing (3.75/5) • Coordination (3.38/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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