Riverland Community College

Current Demand

This career is currently in very high demand.

Future Demand

There will be a need for about 31,454 new Secretaries and Administrative Assistants to meet market demand between 2016-2026. This includes the demand due to replacement (workers leaving the occupation or retiring) as well as growth.

(source: Minnesota State CAREERwise Education)

Where Administrative Assistants Work?

Administrative Assistants often work in the following industries.

• Educational Services
• Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Specialty Trade Contractors
• Administrative and Support Services

Job Title Examples

Administrative Assistant, Administrative Secretary, Office Assistant, Administrative Associate, Administrative Support Assistant (ASA), Administrative Technician, Clerk Typist, Department Secretary, Office Manager

The college offers several scholarships for students to help with the cost of their education.

• Marijo Alexander Administrative Support Scholarship
• Alliant Energy Foundation Scholarship
• Albert B. Cuppage Foundation Scholarship
• For more information about scholarships & deadlines please visit: Riverland Foundation Scholarships

Sherry Vietor
Business & Office Technology Instructor

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Business and Office Technology Mission Statement

The Business and Office Technology Department serves its students and communities in alignment with Riverland's mission by offering current office skills training while teaching the importance of lifelong learning and social responsibility. We strive to meet the needs of our communities through open communication with our students and advisory committees and by offering a supportive environment that provides accessibility to state-of-the-art technology while students acquire the technical, general education, and personal skills training that employers require.