Supervisors, general office and administrative support workers
Career Overview
Supervisors in this unit group:
- Supervise and co-ordinate the activities of general office workers and office equipment operators
- Work throughout the public and private sectors
Job Titles
Duties
Supervisors in this unit group perform some or all of the following duties
- Co-ordinate, assign and review the work of clerks performing word processing; record keeping and filing; operating telephones and switchboards; data entry; desktop publishing; and other activities involving general office and administrative skills
- Create work schedules and procedures
- Co-ordinate activities with other work units or departments
- Resolve work-related problems
- Prepare and submit progress and other reports
- Train workers in job duties, safety procedures and company policies
- Obtain supplies and materials
- Ensure smooth operation of office equipment and machinery, and arrange for maintenance and repair work
- Perform the same duties as supervised workers
Earnings
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Work Environment
# Workers Employed
2,480% Employed Full Time
74%Work in this occupation is typically performed in a structured environment, such as an office or hospital.
Career Pathways
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Education, Training and Skills
- Completion of secondary school is required
- Completion of college courses related to area supervised is usually required
- Experience in the occupation supervised is usually required
Education programs in B.C.
The following program areas are related to this occupation:
- Administrative Assistance/Office Assistance
Skills
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Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Talking to others to share information effectively.
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Labour Market Statistics
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Employment
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Employment
2,480Employment by Region
| Region | Employment | % Employment of this Occupation |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 65 | 2.6% |
| Kootenay | 75 | 3.0% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 1,635 | 65.8% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 35 | 1.4% |
| Northeast | 45 | 1.8% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 260 | 10.5% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 365 | 14.7% |
Labour Market Outlook
The B.C. Labour Market Outlook is a 10-year forecast of the expected supply and demand for labour in the province. It’s usually updated every year. The purpose is to provide British Columbians with the knowledge to make informed decisions on careers, skills training, education and hiring.
Forecasted Job Openings (2024-2034)
1,350Forecasted Job Openings
Forecasted Employment Growth Rate
Composition of Job Openings
Job Openings by Region (2024-2034)
| Region | Job Openings | Avg. Annual Employment Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 10 | -1.1% |
| Kootenay | 30 | 0.6% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 960 | 1.6% |
| North Coast and Nechako | Not available | Not available |
| Northeast | 20 | 1.0% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 140 | 1.1% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 190 | 1.0% |
Industry Highlights
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Forecasted Job Openings by Industry
| Industry | Job Openings (2024-2034) |
|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 280 |
| Public Administration | 260 |
| Transportation and Warehousing | 140 |
| Professional, Scientific and Technical Services | 130 |
| Wholesale Trade | 90 |
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