Job prospects Planning Officer in the Saint John–St. Stephen Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Administrative officers in the Saint John–St. Stephen Region. The number of job openings was about the same as the number of workers available in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Administrative officers (NOC 13100) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• Administrative positions are typically entry-level and are found in nearly all industries.
• Employment prospects will be higher for those with strong oral and written communications skills, and familiarity with standard Microsoft office software packages.
• Experience working in an office setting is considered an asset.
• Candidates may also be required to be bilingual for certain positions.

Here are some key facts about Administrative officers in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

• Approximately 670 people work in this occupation.
• Administrative officers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Ambulatory health care services (NAICS 621): 10%
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 10%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 9%
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 9%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 8%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology