Secretary Jobs in State College, PA

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 I - Disability Services

  • State College, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • State College, PA
  • 1 day ago

Administrative Assistant I - Disability Services Georgia College, United States about 8 hours ago Location: State College, PENNSYLVANIA Job Type: FullTime Georgia College & State University (GCSU)...

Administrative Assistant

  • Bellefonte, PA (12 miles from State College, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bellefonte, PA (12 miles from State College, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Central Susquehanna Opportunities, Inc. (CSO), an innovative non-profit, has an opening for a part- time (27 hours) Administrative Assistant at the PA CareerLink Centre County. Hours are M-Th...

Part-Time Administrative Assistant- Nuclear Engineering

  • State College, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • State College, PA
  • 1 day ago

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply...

Administrative Assistant

  • State College, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 2 days ago

Administrative Assistant - Dean's Office, College of IST University Park, PA TODAY 21192529 Summary University Park, PA Competitive Salary 2 Years Experience High school graduate or equivalency...

Anticipated - Accounting Secretary

  • Bellefonte, PA (12 miles from State College, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bellefonte, PA (12 miles from State College, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Bellefonte Area School District is accepting applications for the position of an Anticipated Accounting Secretary located in the Administration Office....

Part-Time Administrative Assistant- Nuclear Engineering

  • University Park, PA (1 mile from State College, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • University Park, PA (1 mile from State College, PA)
  • 3 days ago

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply...

Veterans Affairs and Services Administrative Assistant

  • State College, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 5 days ago

Veterans Affairs and Services Administrative Assistant Veterans Affairs and Services Administrative Assistant Veterans Affairs and Services Administrative Assistant locations Penn State University...

Advisor Engagement Administrative Assistant

  • State College, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 5 days ago

COMPANY Vicus Capital is an independent, federally Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) firm with more than $2.4 billion in assets under management headquartered in State College, Pennsylvania. The...

Administrative Assistant - BMB

  • State College, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 5 days ago

Administrative Assistant - BMB Administrative Assistant - BMB locations Penn State University Park time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id REQ_... APPLICATION...

Administrative Assistant - BMB

  • University Park, PA (1 mile from State College, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • University Park, PA (1 mile from State College, PA)
  • 6 days ago

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply...

Veterans Affairs and Services Administrative Assistant

  • University Park, PA (1 mile from State College, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • University Park, PA (1 mile from State College, PA)
  • 6 days ago

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply...

Administrative Assistant

  • State College, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 6 days ago

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking an Administrative...

Administrative Assistant - Deans Office, College of IST

  • State College, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 8 days ago

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply...

Administrative Assistant, Professional Personnel Development Center

  • State College, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 8 days ago

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply...

Administrative Assistant, Professional Personnel Development Center

  • University Park, PA (1 mile from State College, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • University Park, PA (1 mile from State College, PA)
  • 8 days ago

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply...

Demographic Data for State College, PA

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Salary for Secretary Jobs in State College, PA

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 State College, PA 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 State College, PA
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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