Secretary Jobs in California

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.

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Litigation Legal Secretary (Hybrid)

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 23 hours ago

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....

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...

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...

Personal Assistant

  • Westlake Village, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Westlake Village, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Seeking a highly organized and proactive Jack or Jill-of-All-Trades to support a busy family in managing daily operations and enhancing productivity. The ideal candidate will possess excellent...

Office Assistant (Arroyo Grande)

  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Santa Maria, CA
  • 2 hours ago

A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and reliability are essential! We can train for everything else. Must be friendly and willing to work in a customer-facing position. This job primarily...

Legal Assistant or Paralegal Needed

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Legal Assistant or Paralegal needed for small personal injury law firm. Please submit a resume. Pay depending on experience.

Personal Assistant Wanted $40/Hr

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Currently Looking To Hire A Personal Assistant, Will Perform Some Daily Tasks Such As Light Cleaning, Washing, organization of Office Space/Rooms, &; Assistance With Errands, & Scheduling Of...

Office Admin Assistant (San Diego)

  • Bonita, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Bonita, CA
  • 2 hours ago

We are seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant for property management and real estate. The ideal candidate should have at least 1 year of experience, strong computer skills, and be a hard...

Office/Admin Assistant

  • Sebastopol, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Sebastopol, CA
  • 2 hours ago

OFFICE/ADMIN ASSISTANT Peters Excavating, Inc is seeking a part-time office/admin assistant to assist the office manager and other office staff with day-to-day operations and other projects. This...

Legal Secretary - Family Immigration Law Firm

  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Established expanding law firm down town San Jose Permanent positions available Positions are in-person not remote Alternative Qualifications: 3 years of experience as legal secretary Graduate from...

Admin Assistant

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Role: Admin Assistant Hours: Full-time/Part-time Pay: $20-$25/hr. (based on experience) Responsibilities: Answering Phones: Be the friendly voice of our company, handling incoming calls...

Office Assistant (Medical Clinic)

  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Office Assistant in Acupuncture Medical Clinic Part time (2-4 days a week) Responsibilities: Greet patients, set/clean up exam rooms, receive payments, appointment scheduling, insurance claims,...

Workers Compensation Legal Assistant

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 hours ago

$28-$30 per hour. Beverly Hills Workers Compensation Law Firm seeking, FOR IMMEDIATE HIRE, a full time, friendly Worker's Compensation Legal Assistant/ Case Manager with at least 2 YEARS of...

Personal Assistant

  • Glendale, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Glendale, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Job Overview: We are seeking a dedicated, resourceful, and proactive Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive support across a wide range of tasks. This role involves administrative assistance,...

Litigation Secretary need at vibrant regional firm!

  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Our client, a well-established mid-sized law firm, is looking to fulfill the need for a direct hire Litigation Secretary for their Santa Monica office on a direct hire basis....

Demographic Data for California

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Salary for Secretary Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAdmin research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Secretary positions.



Highest Education Level

Secretarys in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.9%
High School or GED
25.4%
Associate's Degree
17.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.3%
Master's Degree
8.0%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Secretarys in California
1-2 years
44.2%
Less than 1 year
30.3%
None
13.6%
2-4 years
10.1%
4-6 years
1.9%


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