Secretary Jobs in Illinois

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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Administrative Assistant

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 hours ago

Title Administrative Assistant EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,...

Position Type: Secretary / Clerical/ Department Secretary Date Posted: 2/24/2025 Location: Postsecondary Success Department Date Available: ASAP Closing Date: Until Filled    Position / Title...

Administrative Assistant

  • Tinley Park, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Tinley Park, IL
  • 8 hours ago

At Panduit, we dont just offer a job we offer a career where your contributions directly impact our customers, the environment and our companys success. Youll have the opportunity to grow,...

Administrative Assistant

  • Quincy, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Quincy, IL
  • 9 hours ago

PAY RATE: $18.28 - $26.51 BASED ON RELEVANT EXPERIENCE COMPETITIVE BENEFITS Click here to review our complete Total Rewards Guide. 403b + matching Up to 4 weeks paid time off in first year Onsite...

Senior Office Assistant - 2024/2025 School Year (Donoghue Campus)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours ago

Serving pre-kindergarten through 5th grade, Donoghue is the second public elementary campus of the University of Chicago Charter School Corporation. Donoghue, which opened in 2005, is a college...

Unit Secretary-Emergency Room Full Time Nights

  • Palos Heights, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Palos Heights, IL
  • 9 hours ago

Attends in-service and staff meetings related to Unit Secretaries. Keeps current with changes by reading Nursing updates, Informatics Newsletters, and posted memos. ...

Administrative Assistant Onsite

  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours ago

Administrative Assistant | Onsite Location: Chicago, IL Duration: 3 months to start with Description: Performs ongoing assessments of office organization and function, identifies operational...

Administrative assistant

  • Highland, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Highland, IL
  • 9 hours ago

Office: Organizing, maintaining files, records. -Communication: Answering phone calls, responding to emails, and handling correspondence -Scheduling:Managing calendars, scheduling appointments,...

Administrative Assistant - Corporate Operations

  • Medinah, IL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Medinah, IL
  • 11 hours ago

Administrative Assistant - Corporate Operations Corporate Headquarters 12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 Uline is looking for an Administrative Assistant to support our team dedicated...

Administrative Assistant - Police Training

  • East Peoria, IL
  • 13 hours ago
  • East Peoria, IL
  • 13 hours ago

Work with the Illinois Juvenile Officer Association as their Secretary when needed. Perform related duties as assigned....

Instructional Services Secretary

  • Wheaton, IL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Wheaton, IL
  • 13 hours ago

Position Type: Clerical/ Secretary - 12-Months Date Posted: 3/13/2025 Location: Crouse Education Center Date Available: Immediately Closing Date: Until Filled District:   Indian Prairie School District...

Instructional Services Secretary

  • Naperville, IL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 13 hours ago

Position Type: Clerical/ Secretary - 12-Months Date Posted: 3/13/2025 Location: Crouse Education Center Date Available: Immediately Closing Date: Until Filled    Description: Perform duties...

Certified Medical Assistant or Medical Office Assistant Urgent Care

  • Sycamore, IL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Sycamore, IL
  • 17 hours ago

Total Rewards "Your life - our Mission" OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits,...

Admin Assistant IV

  • Mettawa, IL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Mettawa, IL
  • 17 hours ago

Admin Assistant IV#25-52075 $29.31-$31.31 per hour Mettawa, IL All On-site Job Description STAR Program Contractor Request Team: Patient Engagement Services Need: Admin IV Leader: Director,...

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Secretary Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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The Effective Church Secretary/Administrator
The Effective Church Secretary/Administrator Objective The course builds your leadership and management competencies for the delivery of administrative support to ministry.Course Outcome At the...
Medical Secretary Certificate
Description: Medical secretaries are responsible for performing the administrative duties and tasks necessary to ensure quality patient care, and provide support to caregivers and families. The...
Medical Secretary Training
In the healthcare industry, qualified medical secretaries are in high demand and play an important role. This administration training course is perfect for both experienced medical secretaries and...

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Salary for Secretary Jobs in Illinois

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 Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.9%
High School or GED
25.5%
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 Illinois
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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