Executive and administrative jobs are office positions that require a great deal of reading, math, computer experience, analytical ability and communication skills. Most work is performed indoors with standard office equipment. Examples include an executive director, directors, managers, executive assistants, accountants, public relations representatives, human resources support staff, computer programmers, purchasing agents, billing and customer service representatives.
The minimum level of education required to perform administrative support job functions is a high school diploma or GED equivalent. Depending upon the amount of specialization required to perform the job functions, employees may also be required to obtain a college degree, professional license or certification.