administratör

Administratör is a Swedish occupational title referring to a person who performs administrative tasks or manages operations within an organization. The term is used across sectors to denote roles that organize information, support staff, and ensure smooth daily functioning. In IT contexts, IT-administratör describes someone responsible for computer systems, networks, user accounts, and software licenses. The root of the word lies in the Latin administrare, and the term shares its origins with the English administrator and administration.

Common forms of the role include office administratörer, administrative assistants, or office managers, who handle scheduling, correspondence, filing, invoicing, and reception duties. In technology teams, an IT-administratör or systemadministratör maintains servers and networks, administers user access and permissions, performs backups and updates, and monitors system performance and security. In public administration, administratörer support municipal or government operations by managing records, handling customer service, HR support, and procurement documentation.

Skills required typically include organizational abilities, communication, and proficiency with office software. In IT-oriented positions, knowledge of operating systems, networks, databases, and security practices is common, often supported by vocational training or higher education. While the title is widely used, job responsibilities can vary by employer and sector, and the role is not a universally regulated profession.

Swedish workplaces distinguish several subtypes under the umbrella term administratör, with the exact title and duties defined by the organization rather than by a formal licensure. See also administrator, office manager, IT-administratör, systemadministratör.