Oceanside Fire Department

Administrative Assistant

Meet Stephanie Swanstrom, a Office Specialist II with the Oceanside Fire Department. In this role Stephanie supports a number of managers and programs in the department. This can be a fulfilling career for those that enjoy helping an organization thrive, communicate well and take pride in the quality of their work. This video was made in collaboration with the San Diego & Imperial Counties Community Colleges Center of Excellence.

Oceanside Museum of Art

Administrative Executive Assistant

Meet Nicolette Lacy, an Administrative Executive Assistant with the Oceanside Museum of Art. In her role she supports the organization’s CEO, engages in special projects and ensures the organization moves forward and reaches its goals. If you are the kind of person who enjoys working across different departments and with different teams, this career can be the one for you!

This video was made in collaboration with the San Diego & Imperial Counties Community Colleges Center of Excellence.

CAREER SNAPSHOT

AVERAGE WAGE

$78,990/yr

*This figure represents the median wage for this career in San Diego County and not the wages of any specific interviewee

OUTLOOK

Cold

This career has a slow demand. There is no significant growth; employers are expected to cut down on hiring for these roles

INDUSTRY

Public Safety

The implementation of government policy and the management of public programs act as the bridge between political decisions and citizen services.

EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES

Miramar College

Administrative Assistant – Certificate Program

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San Diego Mesa College

Computer Business Technology – Certificate Program

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Is This Career Right For YOU?

What are the top traits for this career?

Conventional

You like figuring out how things work and analyzing situations to find solutions

Enterprising

You like leading projects, persuading others, and taking initiative

Social

You enjoy helping, teaching, or supporting others

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