Public Administration Career Opportunities

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Open the Door to Rewarding Career Opportunities

Public administration programs prepare students to work in social service and government agencies. From developing programs and resources for low-income individuals and families to serving in public office, MPA graduates have a competitive edge in the job market.  MPA programs provide essential skills for today’s work environment and allow you to bring your on-the-job experience into the classroom, helping you make your mark as a public servant.

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Popular Public Administration Careers

Urban/Regional Planner

National Median Annual Salary
$75,950/year
11% growth increase thru 2029
Local Estimated Base Salary
$62,282/year
updated September 2020
Top Companies for Urban Planners in Kentucky
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Bachelor typically required for entry-level positions

Social Services Manager

National Median Annual Salary
$69,600/year
17% growth increase thru 2029
Local Estimated Base Salary
$68,345/year
updated March 2021
Top Companies for Social Services Managers in Kentucky
FutureCare
$104,102
Telecare Corporation
$99,152
EmpRes Healthcare
$94,104
Bachelor typically required for entry-level positions

Budget Analyst

National Median Annual Salary
$78,970/year
3% growth increase thru 2029
Local Estimated Base Salary
$67,313/year
updated May 2021
Top Companies for Budget Analysts in Kentucky
U.S. Dept. of Transportation
$123,923
U.S. Dept. of State
$117,826
U.S. Dept. Housing & Urban Dev.
$114,418
Bachelor typically required for entry-level positions

*National job opportunities data is based on national medians and figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics occupational outlook handbook.
*Local job opportunities data is based on estimated base pay and figures from Indeed.com.

Other Public Administration Careers

  • Community Development Specialist
  • Economic Development Specialist
  • Nonprofit Manager
  • Nonprofit Director
  • Social Services Manager
  • Community Services Manager
  • Budget Analyst
  • Policy Analyst
  • Government Liaison Specialist
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