Most public administrators are in offices with a small number of employees. Chief executives spend a varying number of hours on the job. In small territories they may work less than 20 hours a week. In larger areas they usually work year-round and over 40 hours a week. Those who are elected locally often work part-time.
Schedules vary by the specific job.
Those in public safety, such as police chief, have varied schedules that include weekends and nights. Their jobs are also more dangerous than most jobs in this category. Wages vary considerably with training and experience. Entry level wages may be lower. Earnings of public administrators vary widely.