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First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers

SOC 43-1011.00Job Zone 3 · Medium Preparationv.26.05

Context coveredThis framework covers the supervision of office and administrative support teams across scheduling, performance management, customer service escalation, records review, recruitment, and policy communication in medium-preparation, office-based organizational environments.

Sources:O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.SkillsCrosswalkSkillsCrosswalk — O*NET enrichment + adjacency index. Opens in new tab.
Emerging
Entry / Apprentice
  1. Work schedules and duty assignments — prepare and distribute under supervisor review for a small office administrative team.
  2. Company policies and work procedures — interpret and relay to staff members using written and verbal communication in a standard office environment.
  3. Customer inquiries and basic complaints — respond to using established policies and scripts under direct supervisory guidance.
  4. Employee timekeeping and attendance records — review and flag discrepancies for correction in a payroll or HR tracking system.
  5. Production or shipping activity logs — verify details by reviewing standard reports under direction from senior management.
  6. Document management software — navigate and organize digital files to support routine administrative workflows in an office setting.
  7. Performance problems of individual employees — identify and report to senior supervisors using structured observation and basic documentation.
  8. Active listening skills — apply during team briefings and one-on-one conversations to understand employee concerns in an office support context.
  9. Job candidates for entry-level roles — assist in screening applications and scheduling interviews under the direction of an HR manager.
  10. Customer relationship management (CRM) software — enter and retrieve basic customer data to support service and administrative operations.
Developing
Mid-level / Established
  1. Daily workflow of office and administrative staff — monitor and adjust task assignments to meet deadlines with reduced supervisory oversight.
  2. Escalated customer complaints — resolve by applying policy knowledge and interpersonal judgment in a customer-facing administrative environment.
  3. Difficult employee performance issues — address through structured one-on-one conversations, identifying root causes and proposing corrective actions.
  4. Work quality standards — enforce across the team by reviewing output reports, correcting errors, and providing real-time feedback.
  5. Staff scheduling across multiple shifts or roles — prepare and manage using scheduling tools to balance coverage and workload in an office setting.
  6. Human resources software — use to track employee performance records, attendance, and training completion in a mid-size administrative unit.
  7. Procedural changes or policy updates — communicate clearly to staff through briefings and written notices, ensuring consistent understanding.
  8. Interview and selection process for new hires — conduct with growing independence, evaluating candidates against defined role criteria.
  9. Coordination of cross-functional administrative tasks — facilitate by liaising with other departments to maintain smooth office operations.
  10. Time management practices — model and coach for direct reports to improve team productivity in a deadline-driven administrative environment.
Proficient
Senior / Expert IC
  1. Full scope of office and administrative staff performance — supervise autonomously, ensuring adherence to quality standards, deadlines, and procedures across the team.
  2. Complex or multi-party customer complaints — resolve independently using advanced policy interpretation and negotiation skills in high-pressure service environments.
  3. Employee guidance on non-routine or escalated problems — provide through targeted coaching and situation-specific problem-solving without supervisory direction.
  4. Production, payroll, and shipping reports — analyze regularly to evaluate team performance trends and proactively address operational gaps.
  5. Recruitment pipeline — manage end-to-end, including role definition, interviewing, selection, and onboarding of administrative support staff.
  6. Database and query tools — leverage to extract, validate, and interpret workforce and operational data in support of evidence-based decisions.
  7. Performance improvement plans — develop and implement for underperforming staff, documenting outcomes and adjusting strategies as needed.
  8. Interdepartmental procedures — interpret and translate into actionable team workflows, resolving ambiguities that impact administrative operations.
  9. Cloud-based data sharing and collaboration platforms — administer for the team to optimize document control and remote workflow continuity.
  10. Staff development needs — assess through observation and performance data, then design and deliver targeted instructional sessions for the administrative team.
Advanced
Lead / Principal / Executive
  1. Organizational administrative standards and quality benchmarks — establish and champion across multiple teams or office locations at a strategic level.
  2. Supervisory frameworks and operating procedures — design, document, and institutionalize to ensure consistency in office support operations organization-wide.
  3. Emerging workforce challenges — anticipate and address by developing proactive talent acquisition, retention, and succession strategies for administrative functions.
  4. Cross-departmental service delivery models — lead by aligning office and administrative support resources with broader organizational goals and priorities.
  5. Culture of accountability and continuous improvement — cultivate among first-line supervisors and their teams through leadership modeling and structured feedback systems.
  6. Financial and accounting software outputs — interpret at an executive level to inform staffing, budgeting, and resource allocation decisions for administrative divisions.
  7. Project management initiatives affecting administrative operations — lead organization-wide, coordinating timelines, stakeholder communication, and deliverable accountability.
  8. Policy development for customer service and administrative compliance — author and advocate for at the organizational level, ensuring regulatory alignment and staff understanding.
  9. Leadership development curricula for emerging and developing supervisors — design and deliver to build a strong pipeline of capable office management talent.
  10. Performance metrics and reporting systems — architect and oversee to provide senior leadership with actionable insights on administrative workforce effectiveness.

AI-at-Work Competency Framework

Sources:Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab.Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab.WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab.
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Authoritative source data identified for 998 occupations

How a worker at each mastery level uses, directs, and evaluates AI tools in this occupation. Each statement cites its evidence inline; click a citation chip to verify the source.

Emerging
  1. AI-assisted report review — uses an AI tool to surface anomalies in production, payroll, or shipping records before manually verifying flagged entries against source documents Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  2. Basic prompt construction — enters straightforward requests into an AI assistant to draft routine policy-and-procedure responses for customer inquiries, then edits the output for tone and accuracy.
Developing
  1. Performance documentation drafting — delegates the initial write-up of employee performance notes and coaching summaries to an AI assistant, then reviews and adjusts the language to reflect direct observation and context Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  2. Complaint triage support — directs an AI tool to categorize and summarize incoming customer complaint records by issue type, freeing supervisory attention for escalated or nuanced disputes Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  3. Schedule and workflow coordination — uses AI-generated scheduling suggestions to balance staffing coverage against deadlines, retaining final approval over all shift and task assignments WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Proficient
  1. Escalation script generation — instructs an AI assistant to produce draft talking points for difficult employee conversations, then adapts the script based on knowledge of individual circumstances and organizational culture Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  2. Multi-source monitoring synthesis — directs an AI tool to consolidate activity reports across teams into a unified performance dashboard, then interprets trends and takes corrective supervisory action Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  3. Policy Q&A acceleration — deploys an AI assistant to handle first-pass answers to routine policy questions from staff, reviewing AI-generated responses before they reach employees to ensure compliance and clarity Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  4. Root-cause investigation support — tasks an AI tool with cross-referencing error logs, timesheets, and process records to identify patterns behind recurring problems, then leads the resolution conversation with affected employees Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
Advanced
  1. AI workflow integration design — architects team-level processes that embed AI tools into daily reporting, complaint routing, and quality checks, defining handoff points where human supervisory judgment is mandatory Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Autonomous task boundary governance — establishes and enforces clear policies on which administrative tasks AI handles without review versus which require supervisory sign-off, calibrating autonomy thresholds to operational risk Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  3. Supervisory coaching augmentation — uses AI-generated performance analytics to structure individualized development conversations, while applying social perceptiveness and active listening to address issues the data does not capture Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  4. Continuous AI output auditing — implements a systematic spot-check protocol to evaluate AI-produced summaries and recommendations against ground-truth records, correcting model drift before it affects team decisions Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
Evidence pack
AEI usage
Task observations: 894
Augment share: 89.4%
Time saved: 80.7%
AI autonomy: 3.06
SAFI positioning
Top skill: Coordination
Score: 57.3 / 100
precision: category_estimate
WEF cluster
Human-Technology Interaction
human_technology_interaction
Sources:Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab.Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab.WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab.

Pathsmith Durable Skills Framework

Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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Ten durable-skill domains mapped to four proficiency/role levels for each occupation. Each statement is aligned to the Pathsmith taxonomy, derived from trusted grounding data and mapped to occupation-specific O*NET tasks and skills.

1Communication11 statements
Emerging
  1. Policy interpretation — relays basic company procedures and work rules to administrative staff using straightforward, direct language Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Team announcement — delivers routine scheduling updates and duty assignments to office staff through written memos or brief team meetings O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Customer escalation response — addresses escalated customer complaints by listening actively and communicating resolution steps clearly and professionally Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Performance feedback — conveys job performance concerns to individual employees using specific, factual language during structured one-on-one discussions O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Procedure communication — explains updated work procedures and policy changes to administrative teams through verbal briefings and written documentation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Cross-functional reporting — prepares and presents production, payroll, or operational reports to management audiences by translating data into clear, actionable summaries O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Conflict mediation dialogue — facilitates resolution conversations between disputing employees or between staff and customers by structuring dialogue to surface issues and align on outcomes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Instructional communication — delivers procedural training to new or transitioning administrative staff, adjusting explanation depth and format to audience knowledge level Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Organizational voice — authors formal communications representing the administrative unit to senior leadership, external partners, and customers with precision, authority, and appropriate tone Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Communication system design — develops standardized communication templates, escalation scripts, and briefing protocols that improve consistency across the administrative support team Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Mentored communication coaching — coaches developing supervisors and team leads in active listening and clear verbal instruction techniques through modeled practice and structured feedback Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
2Leadership11 statements
Emerging
  1. Task direction — assigns daily work tasks and schedules to administrative support staff, following established duty-assignment frameworks O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Procedural accountability — monitors that team members follow prescribed office procedures and meet deadlines by conducting routine check-ins Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Performance coaching — identifies root causes of individual employee performance gaps through direct discussion and implements targeted corrective guidance O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Staffing decision participation — assists in recruiting, interviewing, and selecting administrative support employees by applying defined evaluation criteria O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Team motivation — encourages administrative staff to maintain quality standards and meet production targets by recognizing contributions and clarifying purpose Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Supervisory ownership — takes full accountability for team adherence to quality standards, deadlines, and procedural compliance, intervening proactively when deviations occur Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Workforce planning — constructs equitable work schedules and duty assignments that balance operational demands with staff capacity across the administrative unit O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Difficult conversation leadership — leads structured discussions with underperforming employees, establishing improvement expectations and follow-up accountability plans Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Leadership culture building — establishes a team environment where administrative staff feel accountable, supported, and motivated to exceed service and quality benchmarks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Succession development — identifies high-potential administrative employees and creates structured growth opportunities that prepare them for increased responsibility Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Operational strategy influence — contributes to departmental planning by providing leadership with ground-level workforce insights that shape staffing models and process improvements O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
3Metacognition8 statements
Emerging
  1. Supervisory self-assessment — reflects on personal effectiveness in managing daily administrative operations and identifies specific areas requiring skill development Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Feedback reception — listens to corrective input from managers about supervisory approach and consciously adjusts behavior in subsequent interactions with staff Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Decision review — evaluates the outcomes of scheduling, staffing, or escalation decisions to identify patterns in judgment and refine future approaches Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Learning strategy selection — selects appropriate self-development methods—such as peer observation, policy review, or HR training—to close identified supervisory competency gaps Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Supervisory bias awareness — monitors personal assumptions about employee performance or customer complaints, adjusting evaluation processes to ensure objective, evidence-based conclusions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Cognitive load management — recognizes when competing supervisory demands—scheduling, complaint resolution, reporting—are degrading decision quality and applies deliberate prioritization strategies Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Reflective practice modeling — demonstrates ongoing self-evaluation habits to developing supervisors, showing how systematic reflection improves team management and operational outcomes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Mental model refinement — continuously updates frameworks for evaluating employee performance, customer service quality, and administrative workflow efficiency based on accumulated supervisory experience Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
4Critical Thinking9 statements
Emerging
  1. Error identification — reviews records such as payroll or production logs to detect discrepancies, inconsistencies, or procedural violations requiring correction O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Policy application — applies established company policies to resolve routine customer questions and staff procedural inquiries without unsupported deviation O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Performance root-cause analysis — examines employee performance problems by distinguishing symptoms from underlying causes such as training gaps, resource constraints, or process failures Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Complaint evidence evaluation — assesses customer complaint validity by gathering corroborating information from records, staff accounts, and policies before determining resolution Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Operational report analysis — interprets production, scheduling, and activity reports to draw evidence-based conclusions about team efficiency and compliance with quality standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Escalation judgment — evaluates escalated complaints or disputes by weighing available evidence, policy constraints, and stakeholder interests to determine proportionate and defensible responses Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Hiring decision reasoning — synthesizes interview observations, application data, and job requirements to construct reasoned candidate selection recommendations O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Systemic problem diagnosis — identifies recurring operational or personnel issues across the administrative team by analyzing patterns in errors, complaints, and performance data, then designing structural solutions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Policy critique and improvement — evaluates the practical effectiveness of existing administrative procedures against observed outcomes and develops evidence-supported recommendations for policy revision Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
5Collaboration8 statements
Emerging
  1. Peer coordination — coordinates task handoffs and shared deadlines with colleagues and adjacent department supervisors to prevent operational gaps Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Team contribution — participates constructively in supervisor team meetings by sharing frontline administrative observations and listening to cross-functional input Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Cross-department liaison — works with HR, payroll, and operations partners to resolve scheduling conflicts, compliance questions, and staffing issues affecting the administrative unit O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Staff inclusion — incorporates administrative staff input when designing duty assignments or workflow adjustments, building shared ownership of team outcomes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Conflict navigation — manages disagreements among administrative staff or between staff and other departments by facilitating structured dialogue, seeking common ground, and maintaining professional relationships Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Shared-goal alignment — aligns the administrative team around department-wide quality and service objectives by connecting individual assignments to collective performance targets Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Inter-unit collaboration architecture — designs formal coordination processes between the administrative support unit and adjacent departments that reduce redundancy and improve service delivery Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Collaborative norm setting — establishes team norms for mutual accountability, open communication, and constructive disagreement that sustain high-functioning group dynamics across the administrative staff Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
6Character9 statements
Emerging
  1. Procedural integrity — applies company policies consistently to all administrative staff without favoritism when assigning schedules, duties, or corrective action Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Confidentiality maintenance — handles sensitive employee records, payroll information, and personnel matters with appropriate discretion and respect for privacy O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Accountable error response — acknowledges supervisory mistakes in scheduling, performance documentation, or policy interpretation and takes corrective action without deflection Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Respectful confrontation — addresses employee performance or conduct issues directly and professionally, separating behavior from personal judgment in all disciplinary discussions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Ethical escalation — reports policy violations, compliance concerns, or observed misconduct through proper organizational channels regardless of relational or political pressure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Consistent professional standard — models expected conduct, punctuality, and service quality through personal behavior, reinforcing the standards applied to administrative staff Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Fair hiring practice — conducts recruitment and selection processes free from bias by applying objective, job-relevant criteria uniformly across all candidates O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Ethical culture stewardship — establishes team norms that reinforce integrity, honest reporting, and professional accountability as shared values within the administrative unit Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Principled advocacy — advocates to leadership for staff interests, fair workload distribution, and equitable treatment even when doing so requires challenging established decisions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
7Creativity8 statements
Emerging
  1. Scheduling adaptation — generates alternative duty assignment arrangements to cover unexpected absences or workload surges without compromising service delivery Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Problem workaround — proposes practical interim solutions to routine administrative bottlenecks when standard procedures are insufficient or unavailable Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Process improvement suggestion — identifies inefficiencies in administrative workflows such as filing, reporting, or customer intake and proposes concrete procedural modifications Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Creative coaching approach — designs individualized guidance strategies for employees with difficult or complex performance challenges that go beyond standard corrective scripts Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Training innovation — develops original onboarding activities, job aids, or scenario-based practice exercises that accelerate administrative staff proficiency with procedures and systems Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Customer resolution design — constructs novel resolution approaches for escalated or policy-edge complaints that satisfy customers while preserving organizational interests Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Operational redesign — reimagines core administrative support workflows—scheduling, reporting, customer escalation—by introducing new tools, structures, or practices that measurably improve team performance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Innovation culture cultivation — encourages administrative staff to surface process improvement ideas and creates structured channels for testing and implementing the best suggestions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
8Growth Mindset8 statements
Emerging
  1. Supervisory challenge acceptance — approaches new responsibilities such as managing personnel disputes or interpreting unfamiliar policies as learning opportunities rather than threats Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Feedback integration — incorporates corrective feedback from senior management about supervisory decisions into revised approaches for handling similar situations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Skill gap pursuit — proactively seeks training in areas such as HR compliance, data reporting, or conflict resolution to address identified supervisory competency gaps Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Setback reframing — treats scheduling failures, unresolved complaints, or team performance dips as diagnostic information that informs improved supervisory strategies Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Continuous practice improvement — regularly reviews administrative team outcomes—error rates, complaint volumes, schedule adherence—and uses findings to iteratively refine supervisory methods Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Stretch assignment embrace — volunteers for cross-departmental projects, system rollouts, or policy implementation efforts that expand supervisory experience beyond routine responsibilities Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Team learning culture — instills a growth orientation across the administrative staff by normalizing constructive failure review, celebrating improvement, and modeling persistent skill development Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Organizational learning contribution — shares supervisory lessons learned, process improvements, and team development insights with peer supervisors and leadership to elevate department-wide capability Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
9Mindfulness8 statements
Emerging
  1. Emotional awareness in correction — notices personal frustration during employee performance discussions and pauses to maintain a composed, constructive tone before responding Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Priority attention — concentrates on the highest-impact supervisory task at hand—whether resolving a complaint or reviewing a report—rather than reacting to every interruption Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Reactive pause in escalations — inserts deliberate assessment before responding to volatile customer complaints or staff disputes, preventing emotionally driven decisions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Present-moment monitoring — maintains situational awareness of team activity on the office floor, noticing developing problems in workflow or conduct before they escalate Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Intentional scheduling — constructs daily supervisory routines that allocate deliberate attention to monitoring, coaching, and administrative reporting rather than defaulting to reactive task management Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Stress regulation under demand — applies self-regulation techniques during high-pressure periods—payroll deadlines, peak customer volume, staffing shortages—to maintain clear judgment and stable team leadership Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Organizational attunement — reads team morale, interpersonal tension, and performance drift through ongoing observation and adjusts supervisory approach proactively before issues surface formally Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Mindful leadership modeling — demonstrates intentional, non-reactive leadership behavior that establishes a calmer, more focused work culture across the administrative support team Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
10Fortitude8 statements
Emerging
  1. Complaint persistence — remains engaged and solution-focused when resolving difficult customer complaints that require repeated follow-up or involve emotionally charged interactions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Pressure tolerance — maintains basic supervisory function—schedule management, task assignment—during periods of staff shortage or elevated operational demand Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Sustained corrective engagement — continues structured performance improvement efforts with resistant or disengaged employees despite slow progress or pushback Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Ambiguity navigation — proceeds with supervisory decisions when policy guidance is incomplete or leadership direction is unclear, documenting rationale and seeking clarification proactively Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Conflict endurance — maintains professional composure and constructive intent throughout prolonged employee disputes, grievances, or disciplinary processes that unfold over weeks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Operational resilience — restores team function and morale after disruptive events such as system failures, high turnover, or organizational restructuring by stabilizing routines and maintaining expectations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Courageous advocacy — raises legitimate staff concerns, procedural inequities, or resource gaps to senior leadership despite personal risk, maintaining professional integrity throughout Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Crisis-sustained leadership — leads the administrative team through sustained high-stress periods—major audits, rapid expansion, department reorganization—by maintaining consistent standards, calm direction, and team confidence Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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RAPIDS apprenticeships
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O*NET skills
CoordinationSpeakingReading ComprehensionActive ListeningMonitoringSocial PerceptivenessCritical ThinkingInstructingJudgment and Decision MakingTime ManagementActive LearningWritingManagement of Personnel ResourcesNegotiationService OrientationLearning StrategiesPersuasionComplex Problem SolvingSystems EvaluationSystems Analysis
Knowledge domains
Administration and ManagementCustomer and Personal ServiceEnglish LanguageAdministrativeComputers and ElectronicsPersonnel and Human ResourcesEconomics and Accounting
Abilities
Oral ComprehensionOral ExpressionWritten ComprehensionSpeech RecognitionSpeech ClarityWritten ExpressionProblem SensitivityDeductive ReasoningInformation OrderingInductive Reasoning
Work styles
DependabilityLeadership OrientationCooperationSocial OrientationAttention to DetailSelf-Control
Technology
Document management softwareHuman resources softwareOperating system softwareCustomer relationship management CRM softwareData base user interface and query softwareAccounting softwareAccess softwareProject management softwareFinancial analysis softwareCloud-based data access and sharing software
Tasks · seed anchors for statements
  1. Supervise the work of office, administrative, or customer service employees to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures, correcting errors or problems.
  2. Resolve customer complaints or answer customers' questions regarding policies and procedures.
  3. Provide employees with guidance in handling difficult or complex problems or in resolving escalated complaints or disputes.
  4. Review records or reports pertaining to activities such as production, payroll, or shipping to verify details, monitor work activities, or evaluate performance.
  5. Discuss job performance problems with employees to identify causes and issues and to work on resolving problems.
  6. Prepare and issue work schedules, deadlines, and duty assignments for office or administrative staff.
  7. Recruit, interview, and select employees.
  8. Interpret and communicate work procedures and company policies to staff.
CIP education codes
01.010601.820101.820201.820301.820451.070551.071151.071252.020452.020752.020852.040152.0402

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