Office & Administrative Jobs in Arlington, TX

Arlington runs on back-office and administrative labor because it is a corporate hub as much as an entertainment one: GM Financial occupies more than a million square feet across three buildings along I-20 with roughly 3,400 employees and a stated plan to grow toward 4,000, and Fortune 500 homebuilder D.R. Horton keeps its headquarters here too. Between those corporate campuses, the City of Arlington's own government offices, UT Arlington, and the hospital systems, administrative and clerical roles are among the steadiest openings in the city. This hub pulls together every LocalJobPage guide in the field so you can find a role, see who is hiring, and apply.

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Why Office Hiring Is Strong in Arlington

Arlington's administrative job market is unusually deep for a suburb because so many large organizations run corporate and financial operations here, not just storefronts. GM Financial, the captive finance arm of General Motors, is the I-20 corridor's largest employer and runs finance, servicing, and support operations that need coordinators, data-entry clerks, and administrative staff. D.R. Horton, America's largest homebuilder and a Fortune 500 company, is headquartered in Arlington and regularly hires administrative assistants and office coordinators for its corporate and division offices. Add the City of Arlington government, the University of Texas at Arlington, Texas Health Resources' Arlington headquarters, and the Entertainment District operations at Globe Life Field and AT&T Stadium, and you get constant demand for front-desk, records, and office-management talent across very different employers.

Top Office & Administrative Employers in Arlington

These are the largest and most active employers of administrative and clerical staff in and around Arlington. Each link runs a live search combining the employer with a common role so you land on relevant openings:

GM Financial - The I-20 corridor's largest employer; hires coordinators, data-entry clerks, and office support across its finance operations.
D.R. Horton - Fortune 500 homebuilder headquartered in Arlington; administrative assistants, office managers, and records staff.
City of Arlington - Municipal government; front-desk, records specialist, and clerical roles across many departments.
University of Texas at Arlington - Major urban research university; administrative coordinators, receptionists, and office staff.
Texas Health Resources - Arlington-headquartered health system; medical office and corporate administrative roles.
Texas Rangers / Globe Life Field - Entertainment District operations; front-desk, coordinator, and clerical support roles.
Six Flags Over Texas - Major Arlington employer; office, guest services, and administrative support, including large seasonal hiring pushes.

Office & Administrative Career Paths in Arlington

The 9 guides in this hub group into three functional buckets, so you can start where your experience and timeline fit:

Front office and reception: Receptionist, Front Desk Coordinator, Office Clerk.
Administrative and support roles: Administrative Assistant, Administrative Coordinator, Data Entry Clerk, Records Specialist.
Senior and management roles: Executive Assistant, Office Manager.

How to Start an Office & Administrative Career in Arlington

Most administrative roles in Arlington are open to candidates with a high school diploma plus strong software and organizational skills, and local schools offer short paths to sharpen them:

Tarrant County College - offers Office Administration and Administrative Assistant certificates and associate degrees, plus computer and business courses at low in-county tuition.
University of Texas at Arlington - business and professional development coursework for those aiming at executive assistant or office manager tracks.
Microsoft Office and QuickBooks certifications - Word, Excel, and Outlook proficiency (and bookkeeping basics) are the credentials employers screen for most.
Local workforce centers - Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County offers free job-readiness and computer-skills training.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills - a real advantage in Arlington's diverse market and often listed as preferred on front-desk and coordinator postings.

No state license is required for office and administrative roles in Texas; hiring is driven by software proficiency, experience, and communication skills rather than certification.

Office & Administrative Salaries in Arlington

Pay varies by role, employer size, and experience. These are local estimate tiers to help you plan:

Entry level (data entry clerk, office clerk, receptionist): roughly $30,000 - $40,000 per year.
Mid level (administrative assistant, front desk coordinator, records specialist, administrative coordinator): roughly $40,000 - $55,000 per year.
Senior level (executive assistant, office manager): roughly $55,000 - $75,000+ per year.

These figures are estimates that vary by employer and experience. Larger employers like GM Financial, D.R. Horton, and the City of Arlington typically add benefits such as health insurance, retirement matching, and paid time off.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you need a license or degree to work an office job in Arlington?

No state license is required for administrative and clerical roles in Texas, and most entry positions ask only for a high school diploma or equivalent. What employers screen for is software proficiency (especially Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook), organizational skills, and clear communication. A certificate or associate degree from Tarrant County College can help you stand out for higher-paying coordinator and office manager roles.

Which employer hires the most office and administrative workers in Arlington?

GM Financial is the largest single employer along the I-20 corridor, occupying more than a million square feet with roughly 3,400 employees and plans to expand toward 4,000, which drives steady demand for coordinators and support staff. The City of Arlington, UT Arlington, and D.R. Horton's headquarters are also major sources of administrative jobs.

How much do office and administrative jobs pay in Arlington?

Entry-level roles like data entry and office clerks generally start around $30,000 to $40,000 per year, mid-level roles such as administrative assistants and coordinators land in the $40,000 to $55,000 range, and executive assistants and office managers commonly earn $55,000 to over $75,000. Actual pay depends on employer size and experience.

What is the fastest way into an administrative career in Arlington?

The quickest path is building strong Microsoft Office skills and applying for entry-level receptionist, office clerk, or data entry roles, which often require only a high school diploma. From there you can move up to administrative assistant and coordinator positions with experience, and a short certificate from Tarrant County College or a free Workforce Solutions course can speed the process.

What is the difference between an administrative assistant and an executive assistant?

An administrative assistant handles general office support such as scheduling, filing, data entry, and answering phones for a team or department. An executive assistant supports one or a few senior leaders directly, managing complex calendars, travel, confidential information, and high-level communication. Executive assistants require more experience and judgment and generally earn more.

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