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Every organization needs the appropriate

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facilities, services, and supplies

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to do its work

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and keep operations running.

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Administrative services managers

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make sure everything

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their organization needs

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is in place ahead of time.

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While positions at smaller organizations

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may include oversight

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of all aspects of administration,

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including supervision of administrative staff…

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in larger organizations,

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their duties tend to be more specialized.

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Many administrative service managers

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oversee the maintenance of buildings,

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grounds, and environmental practices.

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Others supervise activities that include

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recordkeeping, mail distribution,

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printing and copying,

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as well as office upkeep.

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Administrative services managers

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also plan for maintenance

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and the future replacement of equipment,

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such as computers.

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They may recommend buying new

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or different equipment and supplies

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to lower energy costs

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or improve indoor air quality.

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Typically administrative services managers

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work full time,

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in organizations such as school districts,

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healthcare facilities, and government agencies.

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They may leave the office to inspect facilities

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and supervise maintenance activities.

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Candidates for this field

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generally need a bachelor’s degree

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and related work experience

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that shows management

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and leadership ability.

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For some positions,

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a high school diploma

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and significant work experience

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in roles such as facility management,

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or technical positions, may be enough.