Office administrator NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for office administrator.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for office administrator is 13100 (Administrative officers), a TEER 3 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
13100
TEER 3 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 13100 covers
Administrative officers oversee and implement administrative procedures, establish work priorities, conduct analyses of administrative operations and coordinate acquisition of administrative services such as office space, supplies and security services. They are employed throughout the public and private sectors. Administrative officers who are supervisors are included in this unit group.
| Unit group | 13100 — Administrative officers |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 3 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of less than 2 years, or 6+ months of on-the-job training |
| Broad category | Business, finance and administration occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Oversee and coordinate office administrative procedures and review, evaluate and implement new procedures
- Establish work priorities, delegate work to office support staff, and ensure deadlines are met and procedures are followed
- Carry out administrative activities associated with admissions to post-secondary educational institutions
- Administer policies and procedures related to the release of records in processing requests under government access to information and privacy legislation
- Coordinate and plan for office services, such as accommodation, relocations, equipment, supplies, forms, disposal of assets, parking, maintenance and security services
- Conduct analyses and oversee administrative operations related to budgeting, contracting and project planning and management processes
To use NOC 13100 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 13100 →
Other job titles under NOC 13100
- Administrative officer
- Administrative services coordinator
- Forms management officer
- Office manager
- Office services coordinator
- Planning officer
- Access to information and privacy officer
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 13100, one of these may fit better:
- Board of education administrator — NOC 40021 (School principals and administrators of elementary and secondary education, TEER 0)
- Box office cashier — NOC 65100 (Cashiers, TEER 5)
- Child welfare services administrator — NOC 40030 (Managers in social, community and correctional services, TEER 0)
- City administrator — NOC 00011 (Senior government managers and officials, TEER 0)
- Court administrator — NOC 14103 (Court clerks and related court services occupations, TEER 4)
- Data administrator — NOC 21223 (Database analysts and data administrators, TEER 1)
- Data dictionary administrator — NOC 21223 (Database analysts and data administrators, TEER 1)
- Drafting office supervisor — NOC 22212 (Drafting technologists and technicians, TEER 2)
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for office administrator?+
In NOC 2021, "office administrator" is an example title in unit group 13100 — Administrative officers. It is a TEER 3 occupation in the "Business, finance and administration occupations" broad category.
Is office administrator eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 13100 is TEER 3, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does office administrator get extra CRS points?+
NOC 13100 isn't on IRCC's high-wage list, so there are no extra high-wage or job offer points. Canadian work-length points still apply for TEER 0–3 work.
Can a office administrator get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 13100 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says office administrator but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 13100. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.