Secretary Jobs
A Secretary in the admin industry plays a pivotal role in ensuring smooth operations within an organization. They are responsible for handling office tasks such as answering phone calls, organizing files, scheduling appointments, and managing correspondence. They also maintain office supplies, prepare reports, and draft documents. Secretaries often act as the first point of contact for clients and visitors, so they must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. They should also have proficiency in office management software like Microsoft Office Suite and have excellent organizational skills.
Before becoming a Secretary, a person might have held roles such as an Administrative Assistant, Receptionist, or Office Clerk. These positions help develop the necessary skills and experience for succeeding as a Secretary. Additionally, while not always required, having certifications like the Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) or the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) can enhance a Secretary's job prospects and prove their competence in crucial administrative tasks.
Medical Receptionist at Ascension Saint Thomas Urgent Care
- Urgent Team
- Cookeville, TN
- moments ago
- Urgent Team
- Cookeville, TN
- moments ago
Ascension Saint Thomas Urgent Care is looking for a dedicated, compassionate, and experienced Medical Receptionist to join our dynamic healthcare team in Cookeville, TN. The ideal candidate will...
Administrative Assistant / Data Analyst Supporting the DEA
- FSA Federal
- Chicago, IL
- 4 hours ago
- FSA Federal
- Chicago, IL
- 4 hours ago
Be a part of the nationwide law enforcement initiative that removes the tools of crime from criminal organizations, depriving wrongdoers of proceeds from their crime and impacting the...
MEDIKO: Mission driven & committed to delivering high-quality medical care to the communities we serve. Our dedicated Healthcare Professionals find meaning, support and new opportunities to learn...
Paralegal / Legal Assistant III Supporting US Attorney's Office
- FSA Federal
- Oklahoma City, OK
- 18 hours ago
- FSA Federal
- Oklahoma City, OK
- 18 hours ago
Be a part of the nationwide law enforcement initiative that removes the tools of crime from criminal organizations, depriving wrongdoers of proceeds from their crime and impacting the...
Schuering & Doyle, LLP, a medical malpractice insurance defense firm, has an opening for an experienced, full-time litigation secretary for a busy Partner’s desk....
Medical Receptionist at Urgent Team - PRN
- Urgent Team
- Lenoir City, TN
- 1 day ago
- Urgent Team
- Lenoir City, TN
- 1 day ago
Urgent Team is looking for an experienced Medical Receptionist to join our team at our center in Lenoir City, Tennessee. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year of experience...
Medical Receptionist at Sherwood Urgent Care - PRN
- Urgent Team
- Batesville, AR
- 1 day ago
- Urgent Team
- Batesville, AR
- 1 day ago
Sherwood Urgent Care is looking for Medical Receptionists to join our team in Batesville, AR. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year of experience performing Front Desk tasks (patient...
- Kiernan Trebach LLP
- Parsippany, NJ
- 1 day ago
- Kiernan Trebach LLP
- Parsippany, NJ
- 1 day ago
We are seeking a new Litigation Legal Secretary/Assistant with 3+ years of experience to join our team....
Paralegal / Legal Assistant III Supporting the ATF
- FSA Federal
- Washington, DC
- 2 days ago
- FSA Federal
- Washington, DC
- 2 days ago
Be a part of the nationwide law enforcement initiative that removes the tools of crime from criminal organizations, depriving wrongdoers of proceeds from their crime and impacting the...
Medical Receptionist at Baptist Health Urgent Care - PRN
- Urgent Team
- Fort Smith, AR
- 3 days ago
- Urgent Team
- Fort Smith, AR
- 3 days ago
Baptist Health Urgent Care is looking for PRN Medical Receptionists to join our team in Fort Smith, AR. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year of experience performing medical...
- Strategic Employment Partners
- Denver, CO
- 3 days ago
- Strategic Employment Partners
- Denver, CO
- 3 days ago
A well-respected, full-service business law firm in the heart of Denver is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Litigation Legal Assistant, to play a crucial role in supporting their...
- CGL Companies
- Wewahitchka, FL
- 4 days ago
- CGL Companies
- Wewahitchka, FL
- 4 days ago
Job Details Description CGL is a provider of justice facility planning, design, and program management and maintenance solutions to justice facilities and other public facilities throughout the...
Administrative Assistant / Records Examiner Analyst Supporting the DEA
- FSA Federal
- Anchorage, AK
- 4 days ago
- FSA Federal
- Anchorage, AK
- 4 days ago
Be a part of the nationwide law enforcement initiative that removes the tools of crime from criminal organizations, depriving wrongdoers of proceeds from their crime and impacting the...
- Concern for Independent Living
- Brooklyn, NY
- 4 days ago
- Concern for Independent Living
- Brooklyn, NY
- 4 days ago
Title Administrative Assistant About the Organization: Concern Housing is a non-profit agency committed to helping individuals and families to live in the community with dignity and enhanced...
Paralegal / Legal Assistant III Supporting the U.S. Attorney's Office
- FSA Federal
- Fresno, CA
- 5 days ago
- FSA Federal
- Fresno, CA
- 5 days ago
Be a part of the nationwide law enforcement initiative that removes the tools of crime from criminal organizations, depriving wrongdoers of proceeds from their crime and impacting the...
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- Clerical Support
- Travel Arrangements
- E-Filing
- Dictation
- Meeting Minutes
- Ged
- Legal Document Preparation
- Legal Assisting
- Expense Reports
- Front Office
- Requisitions
- Office Procedures
- Grammar
- Word Processing
- Faxing
- Calendar Management
- Ordering Supplies
- Associates
- Purchase Orders
- Spreadsheets
- Scheduling Appointments
- Transcription
- Business Correspondence
- File Management
- Discretion
- General Office Duties
- Administrative Skills
- Reception
- Proofreading
- Patient Care
- Office Management
- Bookkeeping
- Inbound/Outbound Calling
- Medical Terminology
- Recordkeeping
- Telephone Skills
- Prioritizing
- High School Diploma
- Typing
- Data Entry
- Microsoft Outlook
- Filing
- Events
- Documentation
- Education Experience
- Reporting
- Multitasking
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Inventory Management
- Regulations
- Policy Development
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Time Management
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Research Skills
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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