Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants
Role Overview
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. Excludes “Secretaries” (43-6012 through 43-6014).
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Salary by State (top paying)
| State | Median salary |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $85,520 |
| California | $84,790 |
| New Jersey | $83,740 |
| Connecticut | $80,510 |
| New York | $80,490 |
| Massachusetts | $79,360 |
| Delaware | $78,480 |
| Washington | $78,140 |
| Virginia | $77,640 |
| Hawaii | $77,510 |
| Minnesota | $76,850 |
| Maryland | $75,760 |
| Illinois | $74,410 |
| New Mexico | $71,930 |
| Oregon | $70,300 |
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Median Annual Salary
$74,260
Projected Growth (10yr)
+-1.6%
Avg. annual openings
50.0k
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