Overview
Administrative officers oversee and implement administrative procedures, establish work priorities, conduct analyses of administrative operations and coordinate acquisition of administrative services such as office space, supplies and security services. They are employed throughout the public and private sectors. Administrative officers who are supervisors are included in this unit group.
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Oversee and coordinate office administrative procedures and review, evaluate and implement new procedures
Establish work priorities, delegate work to office support staff, and ensure deadlines are met and procedures are followed
Carry out administrative activities associated with admissions to post-secondary educational institutions
Administer policies and procedures related to the release of records in processing requests under government access to information and privacy legislation
Coordinate and plan for office services, such as accommodation, relocations, equipment, supplies, forms, disposal of assets, parking, maintenance and security services
Conduct analyses and oversee administrative operations related to budgeting, contracting and project planning and management processes
Assist in preparation of operating budget and maintain inventory and budgetary controls
Assemble data and prepare periodic and special reports, manuals and correspondence
May supervise records management technicians and related staff.
Employment prospects
Annual salary
$41,941
$60,003
$91,245
Job openings
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Strong job outlook
British Columbia
8,759expected job openings (5-year forecast)
Education and training
Employment requirements
Completion of secondary school is required.
A university degree or college diploma in business or public administration may be required.
Experience in a senior clerical or executive secretarial position related to office administration is usually required.
Additional information
- Progression to administrative service management positions is possible with experience.
Certification requirements
Optional: The following certification are optional to practice as Administrative officers in B.C.
- Canadian Certified Administrative Professional (CCAP) Designation - Administrative Officers
Canadian Certified Administrative Professional (CCAP) Designation - Administrative Officers
To work as an administrative officer in B.C., you may choose to earn the Canadian Certified Administrative Professional designation. The designation is earned by completing the Canadian Certified Administrative Professional (CCAP) program, for which you must be a member of the Association of Administrative Professionals (AAP).
Work Experience
Work experience required
Post-secondary programs in B.C.
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