Secretary Jobs in Worcester, MA

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

  • Framingham, MA (19 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (19 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 19 days ago

Description We are seeking an Administrative Assistant to work out of our Denver or our Framingham office. ** This is a hybrid role, onsite 3-4 times a week ** The Administrative Assistant will...

Administrative Assistant

  • Southborough, MA (15 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Southborough, MA (15 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 8 hours ago

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. WHO WE ARE: Brown & Brown of MA - Southborough is a...

Unit Secretary Cardiac Stepdown PRN Days

  • Worcester, MA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 9 hours ago

: Required: High school diploma or equivalent Experience Required: Must be familiar with medical terminology and have experience with the use of a computer Preferred: Previous experience as a Unit Secretary...

Medical Receptionist

  • Marlborough, MA (14 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Marlborough, MA (14 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 11 hours ago

Overview APDerm is a physician-led, patient-centered dermatology network. Founded in 1992, we have 37 practices across Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Rhode Island and pride ourselves on being...

Secretary Medical Admin, Dept. of Urology, 40hr days

  • Worcester, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 1 day ago

May attend meetings in capacity of recording secretary. Distributes meeting agenda and minutes. 4....

Secretary

  • Worcester, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 1 day ago

R25103845. 55 Lake Ave North, Worcester, Massachusetts 01604. Monday-Friday. Schedule can be 8:30-5:00 or 8:00-4:30. Experience in EPIC and MS office suite required. Knowledge of Medical Oncology,...

Engineering Administrative Specialist

  • Northborough, MA (9 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Northborough, MA (9 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 1 day ago

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world. Job Overview TE Connectivitys...

Administrative Secretary I - Disciplinary Unit - MCI Shirley

  • Harvard, MA (19 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Harvard, MA (19 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Duties\: External Candidates\: The non-negotiable annual salary for this position is $56,731.74 (NAGE Unit 1, Grade 16, Step 1). Prepare materials such as memoranda, letters, confidential...

Secretary, Medical Admin Sr-SHARE (Renal Medicine) - 40 hours, days

  • Worcester, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 1 day ago

May attend meetings in capacity of recording secretary. Distributes meeting agenda and minutes. 4....

Summer School Clerk

  • Bellingham, MA (21 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bellingham, MA (21 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 4 days ago

INTERNAL POSTING BELLINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS BELLINGHAM, MASSACHUSETTS TITLE: SUMMER SCHOOL CLERK POSITION SUMMARY: The Summer School Clerk, working directly under the Summer School Director...

Administrative Assistant

  • Marlborough, MA (14 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA (14 miles from Worcester, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Title: Office Administrator Location : Marlborough, MA Position Summary: The Office Administrator will serve as the first point of contact for visitors and callers, while also providing...

Legal Administrative Specialist

  • Worcester, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 4 days ago

LEGAL ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST LAW DEPARTMENT CITY OF WORCESTER The City of Worcester is seeking qualified applicants for a Legal Administrative Specialist (Principal Staff Assistant) to join the...

PACT 1, CHL Administrative Assistant , Full-time, Days, Worcester

  • Worcester, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 4 days ago

Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Schedule...

Administrative Assistant (Finance Department) - Hiring Now

  • Worcester, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 5 days ago

Accounting Administrative Assistant - Hiring Now An insurance company located in Worcester, MA is looking to add an Accounting Administrative Assistant to their growing team. This is a temp to...

Secretary, Medical Admin Sr. (Neurology/Endocrinology) 40 Hours, Days

  • Worcester, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 6 days ago

May attend meetings in capacity of recording secretary. Distributes meeting agenda and minutes....

Demographic Data for Worcester, MA

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Salary for Secretary Jobs in Worcester, MA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Secretarys in Worcester, MA 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 Worcester, MA
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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