Other managers in public administration
High opportunity occupation
Career Overview
Other managers in public administration:
- Plan, organize and direct the creation of policies and programs that govern the daily operations of legislatures and other activities unique to government such as intergovernmental affairs and elections
- Work for government departments, agencies and legislative bodies
Duties
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
Earnings
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Work Environment
# Workers Employed
560% Employed Full Time
86%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
Career Pathways
Promotion to senior management positions in this field is possible with experience.
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Education, Training and Skills
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.
Education programs in B.C.
The following program areas are related to this occupation:
- Political Science/Studies
Skills
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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.
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Managing one’s own time and the time of others.
Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Being able to solve novel, ill-defined problems in complex, real-world settings.
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Labour Market Statistics
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Employment
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Employment
560Employment by Region
| Region | Employment | % Employment of this Occupation |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 30 | 5.3% |
| Kootenay | 15 | 2.7% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 160 | 28.3% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 30 | 5.3% |
| Northeast | 25 | 4.4% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 95 | 16.8% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 205 | 36.3% |
Labour Market Outlook
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Forecasted Job Openings (2023-2033)
300Forecasted Job Openings
Forecasted Employment Growth Rate
Composition of Job Openings
Job Openings by Region (2023-2033)
| Region | Job Openings | Avg. Annual Employment Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 20 | 0.1% |
| Kootenay | Not available | Not available |
| Mainland/Southwest | 80 | 1.2% |
| North Coast and Nechako | Not available | Not available |
| Northeast | 10 | -0.2% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 60 | 1.4% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 130 | 1.2% |
Industry Highlights
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Forecasted Job Openings by Industry
| Industry | Job Openings (2023-2033) |
|---|---|
| Public Administration | 300 |
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