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Job outlook for administrative specialist leads in the United States
Are administrative specialist lead jobs in demand?
Administrative specialist lead job and salary trends over time
Administrative specialist lead jobs over time
Administrative specialist lead job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,390 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 1,499 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 1,616 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 1,699 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 1,775 | 0.00% |
Average administrative specialist lead salary over time
Administrative specialist lead salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $60,036 | $28.86 | +3.6% |
| 2024 | $57,925 | $27.85 | +2.6% |
| 2023 | $56,450 | $27.14 | +3.4% |
| 2022 | $54,614 | $26.26 | +2.8% |
| 2021 | $53,140 | $25.55 | +4.7% |
Administrative specialist lead jobs by state
Most common states for administrative specialist leads
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 300 | 43% |
| 2 | Alaska | 739,795 | 223 | 30% |
| 3 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 285 | 27% |
| 4 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 764 | 25% |
| 5 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 401 | 23% |
| 6 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 423 | 22% |
| 7 | Kansas | 2,913,123 | 531 | 18% |
| 8 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 157 | 18% |
| 9 | Arkansas | 3,004,279 | 473 | 16% |
| 10 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 333 | 16% |
| 11 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 1,021 | 15% |
| 12 | Nevada | 2,998,039 | 445 | 15% |
| 13 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 444 | 14% |
| 14 | Delaware | 961,939 | 131 | 14% |
| 15 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 79 | 14% |
| 16 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 730 | 12% |
| 17 | Oklahoma | 3,930,864 | 489 | 12% |
| 18 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 947 | 11% |
| 19 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 593 | 11% |
| 20 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 86 | 11% |
Most common cities for administrative specialist leads
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Frankfort | 1 | 4% | $47,221 |
| 2 | Annapolis | 1 | 3% | $71,515 |
| 3 | Dover | 1 | 3% | $66,584 |
| 4 | Juneau | 1 | 3% | $30,639 |
| 5 | Menlo Park | 1 | 3% | $87,568 |
| 6 | Hartford | 1 | 1% | $67,238 |
| 7 | Lansing | 1 | 1% | $49,918 |
| 8 | Little Rock | 1 | 1% | $51,961 |
| 9 | Phoenix | 3 | 0% | $60,970 |
| 10 | Atlanta | 2 | 0% | $66,257 |
| 11 | Baton Rouge | 1 | 0% | $52,187 |
| 12 | Boston | 1 | 0% | $46,443 |
| 13 | Chicago | 1 | 0% | $54,391 |
| 14 | Denver | 1 | 0% | $53,457 |
| 15 | Des Moines | 1 | 0% | $45,450 |
| 16 | Indianapolis | 1 | 0% | $51,015 |
| 17 | Montgomery | 1 | 0% | $55,452 |
| 18 | Sacramento | 1 | 0% | $85,648 |
Administrative Specialist Lead job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of administrative specialist lead experts
Missouri University of Science & Technology
California State University Channel Islands
Ohio University - Lancaster Campus
University of Iowa
College of Charleston
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
Dixie State University
Albright College
West Liberty University
West Virginia State University
Meredith College
Christi Patton Luks
Professor (NTT) and Associate Chair for Academic AffairsMissouri University of Science & Technology
Linda & Bipin Doshi Department of Chemical & Biochemical Engineering
What's a good job out of college for Administrative Specialist Leads?
Christi Patton Luks: A good job out of college is one that can be adapted to the individual's skills and interests and encourages them to stretch. Frequently, students think they want to work in a particular type of job. Once they have it, they discover that it was not what they thought it would be. Many companies rotate new employees through a variety of positions. Those are great for helping people find their own hidden talents. I know that I have discovered abilities that I would not have even attempted when I was 20.
Amanda Carpenter
DirectorCalifornia State University Channel Islands
Department of Career Development and Alumni Engagement
What technical skills for an Administrative Specialist Lead stand out to employers?
Amanda Carpenter: -Data analytics skills are critical technical skills that stand out to employers in today's market. According to NACE (2018), the use of data analytics is projected to have the most significant impact on an organization's operational efficiency and revenue generation.
-Source (NACE): www.naceweb.org
Brandy Bailey
Career CoachOhio University - Lancaster Campus
Student Services, Career Services
What certifications/licenses/courses can have the biggest impact for Administrative Specialist Leads?
Brandy Bailey: Take a look at the job description for which you are applying, what certifications/licenses/courses do they list? If you personally have any of them that are included in the job description, be sure to include them on your resume. Tailoring your resume, including your skills and experiences, to the job description will have the biggest impact on your job prospects. If you have taken a course that the employer deems as necessary to be able to perform the job, list it on your resume and talk about it during your interview. If you are not quite ready to graduate and apply for jobs, you may still have some time to squeeze in a course or experience that will meet the qualifications of a job that you are interested in applying for in the future. Do your research and tailor your resume and experiences to the job you are applying for to increase your job prospects.
What soft skills should all Administrative Specialist Leads possess?
Brandy Bailey: Soft skills may vary depending on the employer, industry, and personal opinions. My biggest ones are communication skills, adaptability, self-awareness, teamwork, problem-solving, intercultural competency, creativity or innovation, and time management.
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Administrative Specialist Leads?
Brian Lai Ph.D.: I think the impact of the pandemic will be around for another year or so as in-person opportunities start to return. For graduates, the disruption in the economy and lack of in-person opportunities in traditional hiring areas (e.g. DC) has made it harder to find opportunities than before the pandemic.
What type of skills will young Administrative Specialist Leads need?
Brian Lai Ph.D.: They need to be able to write well, specifically be able to clearly summarize and analyze ideas, policies, and arguments in a succinct manner. They will need at least a working understanding of data analysis techniques, if not some ability to analyze data. In the field of IR, the ability to network and work in a group environment will be important.
What experience really stands out on Administrative Specialist Lead 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.
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Administrative Specialist Leads?
Jacob Craig Ph.D.: Yes, without question. I graduated with my undergraduate degree in 2008 while the economy was in collapse, and those impacts are still reverberating.
There are some smart people thinking about this right now. Scott Galloway and Fareed Zakaria have both published compelling books about the effects of COVID on the economic trends-including the education industry. Both of those thinkers have influenced my own ideas.
What's clear is that COVID-19 really only accelerated trends that people have been discussing for some time. Education has been shifting online, movie theaters have been dying, brick and mortar retail has been on decline, and the print industry has been in distress for at least 10 years because of consolidation. Aside from the economic impacts of COVID-19 that have affected the job market, there are a few other impacts graduates should consider. But many of these are good news for graduates who can write and learn to write in new forms for new audiences.
What's key for graduates to know is that the job they want still exists. It's just not in the same industry and goes by a different name.
What experience really stands out on Administrative Specialist Lead resumes?
Jacob Craig Ph.D.: I believe strongly in dexterity and a language of expertise. That means that if a student can show they can adapt to new demands by learning a new way of working, learning about a new audience, learning how to address a new purpose, learning a new genre or style, and learning a new technology, that employee attractive. Especially at the entry-level, the ability to learn and adapt is valuable. Being able to talk about their experience using a persuasive vocabulary is often useful. For instance, if students can describe their approach to communication without using cliches (short and sweet, clear) and something along the lines of purpose, audience, situation, genre, medium--that's persuasive.
Dr. Robert Longwell-Grice EdD
Recruitment & Scholarship CoordinatorUniversity of Wisconsin Milwaukee
Office of Student Services
What Administrative Specialist Lead skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Dr. Robert Longwell-Grice EdD: Most colleges want to see a gap year that is connected to making the world a better place. An internship or a job with a non-profit can be life changing for ones personal development, and ones career. These can be local with an agency in ones community, or national with an agency like City Year or Americorps. Gap years should focus on 'soft skills' where possible so working with the public is ideal. Having said that, any job will give young people valuable experience. My gap year included driving a taxi in Dubuque, Iowa. Boy did I learn a lot about working with people!
What general advice would you give to an Administrative Specialist Lead?
Dr. Robert Longwell-Grice EdD: 1) Assume your first job won't be your last one. It is very common to change jobs/careers/employers; 2) Be a life-long learner. Earn additional credentials/degrees. Attend workshops in your field; 3) Educate yourself about issues of diversity. The world is a diverse place. Your ability to be comfortable with diverse populations will be welcomed by any employer.
Dr. Mike Peterson Ph.D.
Department Chair and Associate Professor of EnglishDixie State University
English Department
What skills stand out on Administrative Specialist Lead 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.
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Administrative Specialist Leads to find work opportunities?
Dr. Mike Peterson Ph.D.: The great thing about a degree in English is that graduates can find work anywhere: teaching, freelance writing, technical writing, content production, editing, reporting-you name it. There are ample jobs in small towns and large cities in all of these areas. English degrees are also highly valued in a variety of jobs-such as sales, public relations, marketing, and paralegal work-because employers know these applicants, from day one, will have strong skills in writing, communication, critical thinking, and creative thinking.
What type of skills will young Administrative Specialist Leads 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.
Dr. Darrin Cox
Professor of HistoryWest Liberty University
College of Liberal Arts
What general advice would you give to an Administrative Specialist Lead?
Dr. Darrin Cox: Be open to new opportunities and be patient. Degrees in the humanities and social sciences don't just open a single door to a specific job like some others might. They open a wider array of doors that may not be as clearly defined in a recruiter's job placement or headspace. Remember, STEM fields might experience more initial salary, but overall they experience slower salary growth and higher attrition rates than those in the humanities and social sciences. Indeed, people specializing in degrees that train "soft skills" (like history) actually end up earning more than all other degrees on average, due in part to being able to slide more deftly into other positions because their skill set hasn't become obsolete as technology changed.*
*Nytimes
Anne McConnell Ph.D.
ProfessorWest Virginia State University
English Department
What general advice would you give to an Administrative Specialist Lead?
Anne McConnell Ph.D.: I would say it's important to be very attentive to the way you communicate with your employers, managers, and co-workers. Even sending an e-mail can be an opportunity to demonstrate your professionalism and communication skills. Some people think that no one knows how to write anymore, or how to communicate in a professional way. I don't think that's true. But we don't always think about how our writing can be a tool to communicate our competence and seriousness. If you know how to write and communicate professionally-which college grads do-then make sure to demonstrate that in the workplace.
What Administrative Specialist Lead skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Anne McConnell Ph.D.: I would encourage someone taking a gap year to branch out, seeking work experiences and employment situations that expose them to new skills and allow them to interact with a diverse set of people. Sometimes we find ourselves in a bubble-communicating with the same people, who tend to share the same ideas-and a gap year provides the opportunity to extend beyond that. Employers value employees who have open, flexible minds, and seeking out experiences that demonstrate that openness can be helpful.
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Administrative Specialist Leads?
Angela Robbins Ph.D.: That has yet to be seen, but WFH is here to stay in many sectors. This crisis has had many negative effects, both short term and long term, on workers. We are a women's college, so how this crisis has affected women in the workplace is particularly salient. For some, WFH has been an option and also a positive, because they have kept their jobs while practicing safety measures. But women with young children at home have been the most negatively affected as they try to balance work and family commitments, particularly when children can't be in school or day care. Some mothers have had to give up their jobs because of these conditions. More moms than dads have walked away from their jobs to care for their children, often because moms earn less and also because society expects women to put child care above career aspirations. So the normal mechanisms which, when in place, allow women to pursue the same career opportunities as men but, when missing, make it nearly impossible for women to pursue their career goals, threaten the gains women have made as professionals over the past couple of generations. That's another alarming aspect of this crisis.
Women in the service sector have been hit the hardest, perhaps keeping their jobs, but without the flexibility to work from home and stay safe and keep their families safe. This shines a spotlight on how many working women are in low-paying jobs and viewed as somehow dispensable and essential at the same time, which is not the focus of this feature but is a critical discussion about compensation and worker rights in America. It also impresses upon college women how a college education not only improves their future earnings potential-which is something we have traditionally emphasized-but also offers them a degree of job security. This crisis drives home the reality that, if it's at all possible to stay in college now, it will pay off in the long run. We are witnessing this in real time, so it's not just an idea about what might be. The evidence is in front of us. But for these future working moms to be able to keep their careers on track, we have to do a better job with child care, flexible work schedules, and pay equity, too. This is something that feminists have emphasized for generations.