Administrative professionals keep workplaces everywhere running, and we’re celebrating them this Administrative Professionals Day (April 24) and Administrative Professionals Week (April 21–27)!
The history of these observances dates back to 1942, when the National Secretaries Association was created to promote administrative roles and their importance to the economy, following a shortage of administrative personnel during World War II. The first National Secretaries Day and National Secretaries Week were held in 1952 and were later renamed.
We now celebrate administrative professionals every year for all the work they do! Take time to recognize the administrative professionals in your workplace with these ideas:
- Share your appreciation and write a thank-you note
- Consider giving a small gift
- Recognize them on social media using #AdminProfessionalsDay
If you’re an administrative professional, your work has a great impact and doesn’t go unnoticed. Celebrate by pondering your strengths and thinking about all the amazing ways you contribute to your workplace.
About Express Employment Professionals
Express Employment Professionals helped 64,000 job seekers find Office Services jobs in 2024 and has put more than 11 million people to work in its more than 40 years as a leading staffing company. Each of our more than 870 locations are individually owned and locally operated. If you’re looking for your next administrative role, contact the office nearest you to learn more about working with Express.
Last Updated on October 15, 2025
