Secretary Jobs in Syracuse, NY

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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COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Administrative Assistant 1, SG-11, or Secretary 1....

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Administrative Assistant - Risk Management

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 21 hours ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 21 hours ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: **Onsite attendance in Syracuse, NY required** POSITION SUMMARY: Assists in the completion of administrative tasks in addition to secretarial duties....

Office Assistant 2 (NY HELPS), Box ACS-3302/44503

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 22 hours ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 22 hours ago

Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job...

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Office Assistant 1 (Keyboarding), SG006

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: Duties include but are not limited to: Receive phone requests for medical gases and various general phone requests and issues; Performs recordkeeping and data entry from a variety of...

Office Assistant 2 (Calculations)

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: Under the guidance of the Financial Customer Service Manager the Support Clerk is responsible for record-keeping, posting, and processing various transactions in support of the...

Office Assistant 2 (Keyboarding)

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: Responsible for front desk operations of the Clinical Neurophysiology Lab. Duties include but are not limited to: greeting patient, advising staff of their arrival, answering phones,...

Administrative Assistant for Supply Chain Management

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: The mission of SUNY Upstate Medical University is to improve the health of the communities we serve through education, biomedical research, and health care. Integral to achieving this...

Office Assistant 1 (Keyboarding)

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: Provides clerical support to department to include forms management, phone support, correspondences, staff meeting minutes, filing, ordering of office supplies, etc. Monitors...

Administrative Assistant

  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Administrative Assistant Location: East Syracuse, NY (Hybrid) Job ID: #70448 Pay Range: $23-27 Hybrid Schedule: on-site (1-day per week), following training. Training period will require in-person...

Administrative Assistant II

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 2 days ago

Posting Details Job #: 041840 Department Code: 21701-2100 Department: Law College-Dean Job Title: Administrative Assistant II Location: Syracuse, NY Pay Range: $20.19 - $24.52 per hour Pay...

Medical Secretary

  • Camillus, NY (7 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Camillus, NY (7 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Innova Solutions has a client that is immediately hiring for a Medical Secretary....

Administrative Assistant 1 / Trainee 1 / 2 - NY HELPS

  • De Witt, NY (4 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • De Witt, NY (4 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 2 days ago

1), Administrative Assistant 2 (formerly Secretary 2), Accountant Aide including Trainee 1 & 2, Business Document Specialist 1 & 2, Program Aide, Legal Assistant Trainee 1 & 2, Library Clerk 2 & 3,...

Medical Receptionist II Primary Care MOC

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 3 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Posting Position Summary: The receptionist is responsible for supporting office operations and works independently and interdependently with other...

Administrative Assistant, Manufacturing

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 3 days ago

Adecco is recruiting for an **Administrative Assistant** to work with a client in **Syracuse, NY**. This is a temp-to-hire position, paying **$20-24/hour** depending on experience. Join a dynamic...

Medical Office Assistant - Cardiology

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary: Performs clinical, laboratory, and clerical support activities in inpatient areas of the hospital and in ambulatory services. Assists physicians and/or other hospital/medical...

Demographic Data for Syracuse, NY

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Become a General Secretary
Unlocking the Potential of the Modern Secretary: From Basics to Brilliance The term "secretary" might evoke a certain image, but in today's multifaceted corporate world, the roles and...
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...
Legal Secretary Diploma
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Salary for Secretary Jobs in Syracuse, NY

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

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Secretarys in Syracuse, NY 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 Syracuse, NY
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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