Administrative Specialist Jobs

Administrative Specialist jobs are open across healthcare, government, finance, and higher education, from entry-level to senior and executive-support tiers, with specializations in office operations, records management, and executive coordination. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles296+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerTerrestris Global Solutions
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Work type65% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Administrative Enrollment Specialist
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Administrative Enrollment Specialist
International Education Corporation
Houston, Texas
Accounting
Administrative & Office Support
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
$22 - $25/hr
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Administrative Specialist - Real Estate
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Administrative Specialist - Real Estate
Duke Health
Durham, North Carolina
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Hybrid
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Administrative Specialist (Psychology)
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Administrative Specialist (Psychology)
Florida State University
Tallahassee, Florida
Administrative & Office Support
Program Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Accounting & Administrative Specialist
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Accounting & Administrative Specialist
Community Association Management
Truckee, California
Accounting
Administrative & Office Support
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
$27 - $34/hr
Hybrid
11-50

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Administrative Services Outreach Specialist
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Administrative Services Outreach Specialist
Evergreen Soil & Water Conservation District
Atkins, Virginia
Community & Nonprofit Services
Customer Success
Marketing
$18.26 - $20.19/hr
On-Site

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Administrative Specialist Job Market

Who's Hiring

Terrestris Global Solutions9 open roles
Trusted Results Therapy6 open roles
Prosync5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Government & Public Sector
  • Automotive
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in administrative specialist jobs.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Two or more years of administrative or office support experience
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel
  • Ability to maintain filing systems and manage physical or electronic records
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field

Tips for Your Administrative Specialist Job Search

Tailor your resume to each listing

Administrative specialist postings vary widely in scope, so mirror the exact language each listing uses, whether that's 'calendar management,' 'office coordination,' or 'records administration.' Generic resumes get screened out by applicant tracking systems before a human ever reads them.

Highlight your software proficiency prominently

Employers expect fluency in office productivity suites, document management platforms, and scheduling tools. List specific programs by name in a dedicated skills section near the top of your resume so recruiters can confirm compatibility at a glance.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists administrative specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings that match your setting

An administrative specialist role in a hospital system demands different skills than one in a law firm or a federal agency. Focus your search by industry so your resume's examples and vocabulary align with what the hiring manager actually does every day.

Prepare concrete examples of competing priorities

Interviewers for administrative specialist positions almost always ask how you managed multiple urgent requests at once. Prepare two or three specific examples with outcomes, such as rescheduling a conflicting board meeting while coordinating a facility inspection, before your interview.

Follow up with a targeted thank-you note

Send a brief follow-up within 24 hours of your interview that references a specific topic you discussed, such as a software system the team is migrating to. It signals genuine interest and reinforces the detail-orientation the role demands.

Administrative Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most administrative specialists?

The companies hiring the most administrative specialists right now include Terrestris Global Solutions, Trusted Results Therapy, and Prosync, with the largest share of openings in California, Virginia, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, federal agencies, and large universities consistently account for a significant portion of active postings.

How many administrative specialist jobs are remote?

About 35% of administrative specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability depends heavily on the employer's industry and the seniority of the role. Sub-areas such as virtual executive assistance and remote records coordination tend to have the highest concentration of fully remote positions.

How do you become an administrative specialist?

Start by earning an associate or bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field, then build hands-on experience in office support roles such as receptionist, office coordinator, or administrative assistant. Develop proficiency in scheduling software, document management systems, and office productivity tools. Demonstrating reliability, discretion, and strong written communication in those earlier roles is typically what moves candidates into specialist-level positions.

Can you get hired as an administrative specialist with little experience?

Yes, entry-level administrative specialist roles do exist, particularly in government agencies and healthcare organizations that value formal training over years of experience. Focus your applications on postings that list an associate degree as sufficient, highlight transferable skills such as data entry, customer communication, or file organization from part-time or volunteer work, and be ready to demonstrate proficiency in office software during the interview.

What does the administrative specialist interview process look like?

Most employers conduct an initial phone or video screen to confirm your availability and baseline software skills, followed by an in-person or video interview with the hiring manager that includes behavioral questions about handling competing priorities and confidential information. Some organizations add a brief practical assessment, such as formatting a document or drafting a sample email, before extending an offer.

Where can I find and apply to administrative specialist jobs?

You can find and apply to administrative specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your experience level and industry preference, then apply directly to each listing that matches what you're looking for.

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