Job prospects Clerk, General Office in the Fredericton–Oromocto

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for General office support workers in the Fredericton–Oromocto. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for General office support workers (NOC 14100) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• This is primarily an entry-level position that is found in nearly all industries. New positions frequently become available through staff turnover and as employees are promoted.
• Individuals with prior administrative experience, strong oral and written communications skills, excellent organisational abilities, and familiarity with standard office software packages are the most sought after for these positions. Increasing technology use will likely continue to change some of the requirements for this position.
• Candidates may be required to be proficient in both official languages for certain positions.

Here are some key facts about General office support workers in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

• Approximately 610 people work in this occupation.
• General office support workers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 25%
  • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 15%
  • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 13%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 6%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology