General and Operations Managers


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General and Operations Managers

General and Operations Managers - At a Glance

General and operations managers oversee the day-to-day activities of a company or organization.

Quick Facts:  General and Operations Managers
WagesEarn $102,548 per year
EmploymentVery large occupation
10 Year GrowthAverage growth
Annual OpeningsVery High

Preparation 

A general and operations manager typically needs to:

  • have a high school diploma or equivalent
  • have a bachelor's degree
  • have five years or more of related work experience

Working Conditions 

In a typical work setting, general and operations managers:

  • Have a high level of job-required social interaction. They interact constantly with employees and clients.
  • Usually work indoors, but may on occasion work outside.
  • Must be sure their work is exact. Errors or omissions could cost the organization money.
  • Generally work a set schedule.

Wages 

In Illinois, general and operations managers earn a median wage of $102,548 per year.

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Employment and Outlook 

In Illinois, 122,541 general and operations managers work in this very large occupation.

LocationEmployment10 Year GrowthAnnual Openings
Illinois122,541
Very large
10.3%
Average
11,820
Very High
Source: Illinois Career Information System (CIS) brought to you by Illinois Department of Employment Security.