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Careersβ€ΊRolesβ€ΊJunior Operations Administrator (ops Administrator)
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Junior Operations Administrator (ops Administrator)

The business operations learner β€” developing skills to support organizational operations effectively.

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Industries that often hire Junior Operations Administrator (ops Administrator)s
Education Β· 14%Manufacturing Β· 12%Healthcare Β· 11%Government Β· 10%Administrative Services Β· 7%Entertainment & Media Β· 6%
Job markets for Junior Operations Administrator (ops Administrator)s
Where Junior Operations Administrator (ops Administrator) jobs concentrate Β· ~347 metro areas
Based on employment in related occupations
Mapped SOC categories:
Operations
BLS Occupational Employment Statistics
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What it's like

What it's like to be a Junior Operations Administrator (ops Administrator)

As a Junior Ops Administrator, you're developing the skills to support business operations. You're learning administrative processes, supporting operations teams, handling assigned tasks, and building the organizational capabilities needed for operations careers.

Your day combines learning and contribution. You might handle routine administrative tasks, then learn new processes, then support senior staff, then work on assigned projects, then receive development feedback. You're building skills while contributing.

The hardest part is developing competence across diverse operations needs. Operations administration requires flexibility and organization; you need to develop both while handling real responsibilities. The people who thrive here are organized, adaptable, and eager to learn.

What people in this role value
Work values data not available for this role.
Role Profile
StrategyExecution
StructuredAdaptable
ManagingContributing
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Things that vary from job to job as a Junior Operations Administrator (ops Administrator)
Industry sectorOperations scopeTraining supportTeam structureAdvancement path
Junior ops administrator roles vary by organization and development approach. Industry sectors have different operations needs. Scope might be broad or focused. Training support ranges from structured to informal. Advancement paths vary.
✦ Editorial β€” written by Truest from industry research and career patterns
Career Paths

Where this role sits in the broader career landscape β€” and where it can take you.

Earning potential across this track
$239K$179K$119K$60K$0KLower paying387 metro areas, sorted by salary level
All experience levels1
This level's estimated range
INDUSTRIES PAYING ABOVE AVERAGE
Technology & Information$160K+37%
Professional Services$156K+33%
Financial Services$149K+27%
Energy & Utilities$142K+21%
Government$124K+5%
Compared to Operations average across all industries
1 BLS OEWS May 2024 covers all Junior Operations Administrator (ops Administrator)s (SOC 11-3013.00), not just this title Β· BEA RPP 2023
* Top salaries exceed this figure. BLS caps reported wages at ~$240K to protect individual privacy in high-earning roles.
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What it takes to advance
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Operations knowledge
Understanding operations opens advancement
2
Systems proficiency
Technology skills are essential
3
Communication
Effective communication increases value
Lateral Moves
Operations Coordinator
If you want more active coordination
Administrative Assistant β†’
If you want more varied administrative work
Questions you might ask when interviewing
What operations would I support?
What development is provided?
How is the team structured?
What systems are used?
What does advancement look like?
✦ Editorial β€” career progression and interview guidance based on industry patterns
The Broader Landscape

Roles like this one sit within a broader occupational category. The numbers below reflect that full landscape β€” helpful for context, but your specific experience will depend on level, specialty, and where you work.

$63K–$173K
Salary Range
10th – 90th percentile
141K
U.S. Employment
+3.8%
10yr Growth
13K
Annual Openings

How Junior Operations Administrator (ops Administrator) pay & employment are changing

$110K$107K$104K$101K$99K201920202021202220232024$99K$110K
BLS OEWS May 2024 Β· BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034

Skills & Requirements

SpeakingReading ComprehensionMonitoringActive ListeningCritical ThinkingSocial PerceptivenessCoordinationJudgment and Decision MakingManagement of Personnel ResourcesComplex Problem Solving
O*NET OnLine Β· Bureau of Labor Statistics
Mapped SOC Codes
11-3013.00

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Common questions about what it's like to be a Junior Operations Administrator (ops Administrator)

What does a Junior Operations Administrator (ops Administrator) do?

The business operations learner β€” developing skills to support organizational operations effectively.

How much does a Junior Operations Administrator (ops Administrator) make?

Median pay for a Junior Operations Administrator (ops Administrator) is about $105K nationally, with the field ranging roughly from $63K to $173K depending on experience, employer, and metro (BLS).

What skills does a Junior Operations Administrator (ops Administrator) need?

Core skills for this role include Speaking, Reading Comprehension, Monitoring, Active Listening, and Critical Thinking.

What education do you need to be a Junior Operations Administrator (ops Administrator)?

Most people in this role hold a postsecondary certificate.

Is a Junior Operations Administrator (ops Administrator) in demand?

Employment in this field is projected to grow about 3.8% through 2034, with roughly 141,090 people working in it today (BLS).

What jobs are similar to a Junior Operations Administrator (ops Administrator)?

Closely related roles include Operations Administrator (Ops Administrator), Facilities Manager, and Maintenance Superintendent.

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Federal data: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2024) Β· BLS Employment Projections Β· O*NET OnLine
Truest editorial: Fit check, role profile, things that vary, advancement analysis, lateral moves, interview questions.