Current job title: Executive Assistant
Industry: Education
Department: Superintendent’s Office
Years worked in this industry: 17
Years worked in this department: 7
Special training or attributes needed or helpful to
get job in this industry (or specific department): Yes, took
technology classes, business classes, etc.
Number of
managers and/or staff supported: 3
Typical work hours: Vary. Usually, 8-10
hours day.
Weekends or overtime hours: Yes, I work
overtime however because I’m management, I don’t get paid overtime.
General salary range
(Note: This is a general figure or range provided by survey respondent and may
NOT be an exact salary in order to
give survey respondent some privacy. Also you must take into account that
the number of years worked in industry/department may contribute to this
salary as well as criteria such as level of position and person reports
to, required hours and geographical location.): $65,000
Bottom Step $79,000 Top Step
Benefits (direct or indirect): They are
fair [average]. Medical, Vision, Dental
Lingo you might hear in this industry:
Most would be known.
A typical day on the job:
#1 is to make sure superintendent is moving according to calendar and has
info for each meeting when needed.
#2 making sure office runs smoothly.
Positive things about being an administrative
professional in this industry: I enjoy helping others. I like
that my position is permanent, and I like knowing that I’m helping to make
a difference for kids everyday, even though it’s behind the scenes.
Negative things about being an administrative
professional in this industry: Hard work, stressful and long
hours.
Type of workspace/office:
cubicle on office outside of superintendent.
Primary responsibilities as an administrative
professional in this position: Scheduling calendar,
collecting information, responding to correspondence, managing office.
Top thing(s) incumbent admin would require of job
applicants seeking to be her/his position replacement:
Experience, skill and attitude.
Office machines or equipment operated regularly:
Computer, fax, copy, printer, blackberry, projectors, etc.
Technology (hard) skills used regularly:
Various
Critical soft skills: Must have
positive can-do attitude and able to handle last minute changes and
organization. Must be able to think ahead and stay a few steps ahead to be
prepared. It’s the only way to be successful.
Pace of this position: Very fast.
Geographical region: Southwest U.S.
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