Secretary Jobs in Chattanooga, TN

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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SUMMER 2025 Academic Affairs/Institutional Research Office Assistant for Accreditation

  • Lookout Mountain, GA (9 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lookout Mountain, GA (9 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 1 day ago

This position runs from May 12 - Aug 27, 2025 Expected hours of work per week : 5-6 Work Location & Hours : On-Campus, Brock Hall 331/8:30a - 4:00p M-F SUMMARY The Academic Affairs & Institutional...

Secretary #1155 - Juvenile Court Judge

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago

Under close supervision, performs clerical and secretarial duties including answering phones, typing, filing and acting as a receptionist. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : (Essential functions, as defined...

Administrative Associate, Department of Civil and Chemical Engineering

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 3 days ago

Administrative Associate, Department of Civil and Chemical Engineering University of Tennessee, Chattanooga Posted: 24-Nov-24 Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee Type: Full-time Internal Number:...

Secretary / Tech - 4th floor Cardiac Telemetry - FT - Nights

  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 4 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Bradley Medical Center LLC - CLEVELAND, TN Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Shift : Nights Job Category : CNA/Nurse Tech/Patient Care Tech...

Medical Receptionist

  • Ooltewah, TN (14 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Ooltewah, TN (14 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 5 days ago

Benefits: 401(k) Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Dental insurance Employee discounts Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Benefits/Perks Great small business work...

Patient Care Tech Unit Secretary

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 5 days ago

Submit your application for our PCT/Unit Secretary opening with Parkridge East Hospital today and find out what it truly means to be a part of the HCA Healthcare team....

Department Secretary To The Chair And Department Of Language And Literature

  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 6 days ago

The Departmental Secretary should be proficient with Microsoft Office applications....

Plant Administrative Assistant

  • Kimball, TN (17 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Kimball, TN (17 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 12 days ago

Mueller Water Products is the nation's leading manufacturer of flow control devices for the water and gas distribution industries and has an immediate opening for an Plant Administrative Assistant...

Service Secretary - BMW of Chattanooga

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 14 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 14 days ago

Chattanooga, TN Service Secretary - BMW of Chattanooga in Chattanooga, TN at Sonic Automotive Date Posted: 3/31/2025 JOB SNAPSHOT Employee Type: Full-time Location: East Brainerd Road 6806 Chattanooga...

Custodial Administrative Assistant

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 15 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 15 days ago

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for all basic office administrative tasks including, but not limited to, corresponding directly with Education Services client, ABM Staff, new hire...

Service Secretary - BMW of Chattanooga

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 15 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 15 days ago

Job Description Duties and Responsibilities: Respond to internet inquiries with courtesy, accuracy, and professionalism. Promptly and accurately enter all customer inquiry data into the CRM....

Administrative Services Assistant

  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 19 days ago
  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 19 days ago

Job Description: Under general supervision, is responsible for professional staff work of routine through average difficulty in relieving an executive of Administrative detail; and performs...

Administrative Assistant

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 19 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 19 days ago

Job Description: under general supervision, is responsible for professional staff work of routine through average difficulty in relieving an executive of Administrative detail; and performs...

Receptionist - Business Office Assistant

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago

WTVC is looking for a dependable and self-motivated Receptionist / Business Office Assistant. This is an important role! The receptionist is our guests first point of contact. As such, the ideal...

Legal Assistant

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 25 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 25 days ago

Experienced Legal Assistant needed for a local law firm located in the East Brainerd area. The selected candidate will handle mostly typing, mailing of letters, scheduling client meetings, and...

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Salary for Secretary Jobs in Chattanooga, TN

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Highest Education Level

Secretarys in Chattanooga, TN 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 Chattanooga, TN
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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