Education Administrators, Postsecondary
Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.
SOC: 11-9033.00
Common Job Titles
Academic Affairs Vice President (Academic Affairs VP)Academic DeanDeanRegistrar
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Education Administrators, Postsecondary (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
176,420
Wage Distribution by Percentile
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $63,820 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $212,420 |
| Workers on average earn | $124,450 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- English Language4.3/5
- Administration and Management4.2/5
- Education and Training4.1/5
- Customer and Personal Service4.1/5
- Personnel and Human Resources3.4/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
FacebookGoogle DocsHypertext markup language HTMLIBM SPSS StatisticsMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft DynamicsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft ProjectMicrosoft SharePointMicrosoft VisioMicrosoft WordOracle PeopleSoftSAP softwareSAS
Technology Skills
Adobe DreamweaverBlackbaud The Raiser's EdgeBlackboard softwareCollegeNET Schedule 25Common CurriculumDatabase softwareEllucian ColleagueEllucian Degree Works
Tools & Equipment
Desktop computersLaptop computersLiquid crystal display LCD video projectorsPersonal computersUniversal serial bus USB flash drives