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Executive Secretaries and Administrative Assistants in The United States

(Secretarios ejecutivos y auxiliares administrativos)

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

SOC (Standard Occupational Classification)43-6011.00
Career InterestsCE
Minimum education required(High school)
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum work experience required(< 5 years)
Less than 5 years
Job training required(None)
None
Growth Outlook (projected percentage growth in jobs per year from 2018-2028)-1.98 (low growth)
Current number of workers in USA (2018)622,500
Projected number of workers in USA (2028)499,400
Average Annual Openings in USA (2018-2028)50,500
 
Average entry-level annual salary in USA (2019)$37,890
Average annual salary for all workers in USA (2019)$62,920
Average experienced-worker annual salary for all workers in USA (2019)$91,330
Career ClusterBusiness, Management & Administration
(Negocio, gerencia y administración)
Major Occupational GroupOffice and Administrative Support

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