Other managers in public administration (NOC 0414)

Other managers in public administration perform some or all of the following duties:

• participate in the creation of policies and programs by providing advice to senior government managers of legislatures or departments or agencies involved in activities unique to government
• organize government unit or agency and establish procedures to meet goals set by senior management
• direct and advise professional and non-professional staff conducting research, preparing documents or providing administrative support
• plan, administer and control research and administration budgets for projects, programs, equipment and supplies
• organize and direct committees and working groups to plan, manage or evaluate projects and programs
• interview, hire and provide training for staff

Work in this occupation is typically performed in a structured environment, such as an office.

• A bachelor's degree in a social science discipline, law or business administration is required.
• Several years of experience in government policy development, research or program administration, or in a professional occupation in social science, law or business administration are usually required.