Public Administrator

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Work Tasks

• Plan and evaluate government policies, research, and programs
• Organize and direct committees that plan, manage, and evaluate services and programs
• Direct and advise researchers, consultants, and program officers
• Plan and manage budgets; interview and hire staff
• Work for public and government organizations; schools, hospitals, government services, medical and social services
• Work with computers, policies, reports, records, and other documents, video presentations, and government rules and regulations

Salary, Size & Growth

• $66,000 average per year ($31.75 per hour)
• A medium occupation (116,500 workers in 2010)
• Expected to grow moderately (1.3% per year)

Education/Training

• Minimum for Entry: A 4-year degree
• Employers Prefer: A master's degree in public administration and an internship
• Skills/Courses: College courses include the principles of public administration; management of public policy; public budgetary processes, financial management; administrative law; professional ethics; and research methods.