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Job outlook for administrative assistant/document controls in the United States
Administrative assistant/document control job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected administrative assistant/document control job growth rate is -8% from 2018-2028.
About -286,900 new jobs for administrative assistant/document controls are projected over the next decade.
Administrative assistant/document control salaries have increased 12% for administrative assistant/document controls in the last 5 years.
There are over 3,890 administrative assistant/document controls currently employed in the United States.
There are 72,205 active administrative assistant/document control job openings in the US.
The average administrative assistant/document control salary is $36,893.
Are administrative assistant/document control jobs in demand?
Administrative assistant/document control job and salary trends over time
Administrative assistant/document control jobs over time
Administrative assistant/document control job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,890 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 3,942 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 4,343 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 4,614 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 4,804 | 0.00% |
Average administrative assistant/document control salary over time
Administrative assistant/document control salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $36,893 | $17.74 | +3.1% |
| 2024 | $35,792 | $17.21 | +2.9% |
| 2023 | $34,785 | $16.72 | +2.9% |
| 2022 | $33,798 | $16.25 | +2.2% |
| 2021 | $33,066 | $15.90 | +2.7% |
Administrative assistant/document control jobs by state
Most common states for administrative assistant/document controls
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 297 | 43% |
| 2 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 1,402 | 20% |
| 3 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 223 | 17% |
| 4 | Alaska | 739,795 | 126 | 17% |
| 5 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 1,314 | 16% |
| 6 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 157 | 15% |
| 7 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 848 | 14% |
| 8 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 741 | 13% |
| 9 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 405 | 13% |
| 10 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 393 | 13% |
| 11 | Delaware | 961,939 | 127 | 13% |
| 12 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 74 | 13% |
| 13 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 712 | 12% |
| 14 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 664 | 12% |
| 15 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 198 | 12% |
| 16 | New York | 19,849,399 | 2,135 | 11% |
| 17 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 1,119 | 11% |
| 18 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 823 | 11% |
| 19 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 445 | 11% |
| 20 | Vermont | 623,657 | 68 | 11% |
Most common cities for administrative assistant/document controls
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Englewood | 1 | 3% | $41,659 |
| 2 | Santee | 1 | 2% | $44,306 |
| 3 | Fort Lauderdale | 1 | 1% | $31,547 |
| 4 | Richardson | 1 | 1% | $28,316 |
| 5 | Tampa | 1 | 0% | $31,600 |
Administrative Assistant/Document Control job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of administrative assistant/document control experts
Missouri University of Science & Technology
University of Iowa
Dixie State University
Albright College
West Liberty University
Christi Patton Luks
Professor (NTT) and Associate Chair for Academic AffairsMissouri University of Science & Technology
Linda & Bipin Doshi Department of Chemical & Biochemical Engineering
What technical skills for an Administrative Assistant/Document Control stand out to employers?
Christi Patton Luks: I've always felt that the most important thing we teach our students is problem-solving skills. The students who can readily relate the theory to their practical experience to develop new solutions are the most valuable. Engineering students that are active on design teams or took advantage of internships and co-ops are in great position for this.
What experience really stands out on Administrative Assistant/Document Control resumes?
Brian Lai Ph.D.: Authentic experiences that mirror what they will be doing in a job. So internships in similar kinds of positions or experiential learning opportunities that mirror what positions require you to do.
Dr. Mike Peterson Ph.D.
Department Chair and Associate Professor of EnglishDixie State University
English Department
What skills stand out on Administrative Assistant/Document Control resumes?
Dr. Mike Peterson Ph.D.: Writing skills have always been valued by employers, but anything that shows an ability to write, produce, or communicate in digital spaces will stand out. While employers are becoming increasingly comfortable having employees work and collaborate digitally (from home or elsewhere), they may still be reluctant to train employees how to do that. They want to see evidence that applicants will know how to use technology and stay productive without extensive training and without a supervisor having to stand behind them. That isn't to say training won't take place, but employers want to use their valuable time and resources training employees on their own systems, policies, and procedures; they don't want to have to show new-hires how to use Zoom, how to format a memo, how to write an email, or how to co-edit a document using OneDrive.
What type of skills will young Administrative Assistant/Document Controls need?
Guillaume de Syon Ph.D.: The same as the ones they needed before. Employers want a combination of experience as well as writing and reading capacities. There may even be a greater need for decent writing, as the shift to online has affected the workforce. On the positive side, successfully negotiating the pandemic conditions could be considered a sign of adaptability.
What experience really stands out on Administrative Assistant/Document Control resumes?
Guillaume de Syon Ph.D.: It all depends on the job one seeks, but longer service with one employer suggests stability. Adding an internship or two, even short ones (e.g. from summer) reveals openness of mind. This is important in the case of a humanities degree. Employers welcome these, but do want to see that the applicant has put their skills to work. Finally, stressing one's technical skills in various programs or generic software is good, even if acquired on the go (who knew of "Zoom" before the pandemic?). It also points to adaptability, especially when starting in an office at the entry level.
Dr. Darrin Cox
Professor of HistoryWest Liberty University
College of Liberal Arts
What Administrative Assistant/Document Control skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Dr. Darrin Cox: Reading. Then read some more. Read a wide array of materials from multiple perspectives related to your fields of interest and on topics that impact your immediate world. Reading will increase your specific knowledge in these areas, introduce you to competing interpretations, and hopefully stimulate critical thinking as you reconcile new information and perspectives into your own conclusions. Oh, and then read some more. Did I mention you should read?