Secretary Jobs in Arkansas

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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Washington Regional Urgent Care is looking for Medical Receptionists to join our team in Harrison, AR. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year of experience performing Front Desk tasks...

Administrative Specialist II

  • Arkadelphia, AR
  • 3 hours ago
  • Arkadelphia, AR
  • 3 hours ago

Administrative Specialist II Position # A00217 Department Military Science(ROTC) - HSU Employment Status: Full time (29-40 Hrs) Type of Employment: Staff # of openings: 1 Location: Henderson State...

Administrative Specialist II

  • State University, AR
  • 8 hours ago
  • State University, AR
  • 8 hours ago

Employment Status: Full time (29-40 Hrs) Type of Employment: Staff # of openings: 1 Location: Henderson State University Proposed Salary Range: $25,000.00 Closing: 6/22/25 Please note: All...

Unit Secretary

  • West Memphis, AR
  • 15 hours ago
  • West Memphis, AR
  • 15 hours ago

One year of inpatient unit secretary experience preferred....

Medical Receptionist

  • Marshall, AR
  • 22 hours ago
  • Marshall, AR
  • 22 hours ago

Boston Mountain Rural Health Center, Inc. (BMRHC) is now accepting applications for a full-time Medical Receptionist at our clinic located in Conway. The Medical Receptionist works as a member of...

Administrative Specialist III A00969

  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 22 hours ago
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 22 hours ago

liaison- Processes and completes paperwork for all departmental travel- Other duties as assignedThis position works closely with the Department Chair of Psychology andCounseling and serves as general secretary...

Administrative Assistant

  • Dumas, AR
  • 22 hours ago
  • Dumas, AR
  • 22 hours ago

Mizell Heating and Air is a trusted provider of HVAC and electrical services, committed to delivering quality solutions for residential and commercial clients. We're looking for a personable and...

Insurance Secretary

  • Pocahontas, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Pocahontas, AR
  • 1 day ago

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: for someone who would be interested in long term position.Possibly to obtain their insurance license. Will be assisting customerswith...

Secretary/Bookkeeper, 10-Month

  • Searcy, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Searcy, AR
  • 1 day ago

POSITION LOCATION: Southwest Middle School FLSA: Non-Exempt REPORTS TO: Principal TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 10-month employment with benefits as specified in the Classified Agreement. QUALIFICATIONS:...

Elementary School Bookkeeper/Secretary

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago

LOCATION: Pine Forest Elementary School 400 Pine Forest Road Maumelle, Arkansas 72113 QUALIFICATIONS: Two (2) years accounting/bookkeeping experience or a business related degree Experience with...

High School Secretary

  • Viola, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Viola, AR
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary:The High School Secretary is the central support staff member for the school office, responsible for maintaining smooth daily operations....

Medical Receptionist-Urgent Care

  • Huntsville, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntsville, AR
  • 1 day ago

Boston Mountain Rural Health Center, Inc. (BMRHC) is now accepting applications for a full-time Medical Receptionist at our Urgent Care Clinic located in Huntsville The Medical Receptionist works...

Seasonal, Operations Administrative Assistant

  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago

Our Company We care about helping people. Our purpose is to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients and communities everywhere. Our associates feel a sense of belonging in an inclusive...

Administrative / Office Assistant

  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago

State Systems, Inc. State Systems, Inc. of North Little Rock, Arkansas is seeking an Administrative / Office Assistant for our Low Voltage Division, to help keep office operations organized,...

Admin Asst I - IV

  • Hot Springs, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Hot Springs, AR
  • 1 day ago

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Support and actively participate in Safety programs and Safety meetings. Provide clerical support to the region field engineering work group and to the networks as...

Demographic Data for Arkansas

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Salary for Secretary Jobs in Arkansas

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 Arkansas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
32.0%
High School or GED
25.4%
Associate's Degree
17.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.3%
Master's Degree
8.1%
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 Arkansas
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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