Secretary Jobs in Northbrook, IL

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 Legal Assistant (Hybrid)

  • Northbrook, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL
  • 6 days ago

Assist with zoning applications, business license applications, secretary of state filings, and electronic court filings Setting up and scheduling meetings with clients Legal Assistant Requirements:...

Office Assistant - Part Time, Temporary

  • North Chicago, IL (14 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • North Chicago, IL (14 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Pay: $17.00 an hour Position Summary Campus Safety is looking for a temporary administrative support person to help with issuing ID badges and parking permits for students. This is a temporary,...

SY 25-26 Anticipated School Clerk Assistant

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

CLASS TITLE : School Clerk Assistant CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS : Under the supervision of the school principal, performs a variety of clerical functions of average difficulty in a Chicago...

Administrative Assistant

  • Bensenville, IL (12 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Bensenville, IL (12 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 9 hours ago

Administrative AssistantJob Description We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our...

Administrative Support Specialist - RV/Marine Finance

  • Des Plaines, IL (5 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (5 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 9 hours ago

Our RV/Marine Finance Administrative Support Specialist is responsible for the day to day activities and interaction between the Dealer client and Huntington, in terms of the establishment,...

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Construction Project Administrative Assistant

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

Construction Project Administrative Assistant 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars Chicago, IL Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving...

Senior Administrative Assistant Immunology Clinical Development

  • North Chicago, IL (14 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • North Chicago, IL (14 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

Company Description AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive...

Administrative Assistant IV

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

DEPARTMENT: Patient Relations LOCATION: John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital SHIFT: 8:30am to 4:30pm Job Summary RWDSU 200 The Administrative Assistant IV provides administrative assistance to the...

25-26 SY - Office Assistant Part Time - St. Francis of Rome - Vic. IV

  • Cicero, IL (19 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Cicero, IL (19 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 19 hours ago

Visit School Website Catholic School Search The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools serve more than 40,000 students in 150+ elementary and high schools in Cook and Lake counties. It is one of...

Sr Administrative Assistant

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary Provides administrative support to one or more senior leadership roles. Duties will include data entry, filing, calendar/travel management, document change control and assistance in...

Unit Secretary-13 Prentice Postpartum Part-time Weekend Days

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Unit secretary experience. Medical terminology....

Administrative Assistant II

  • Lake Forest, IL (8 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (8 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Our client, a dynamic organization in the administrative sector, is seeking an Administrative Assistant II to join their team. As an Administrative Assistant II, you will be part of the...

Experience Secretary

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Looking for highly experienced secretary with greater customer skills and computer skills like words excel and internet skills...

Administrative Assistant

  • Bensenville, IL (12 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bensenville, IL (12 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Administrative Assistant Location: Bensenville, IL Pay: $22/hour Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (100% onsite) Type: Temporary with strong potential to convert to permanent...

Unit Secretary Surgery

  • Evanston, IL (8 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Evanston, IL (8 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 1 day ago

The Unit Secretary is an unlicensed person who performs indirect care in the department setting. Facilitates the communication needs of the department....

Demographic Data for Northbrook, IL

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Medical Secretary Training
Overview A medical secretary is responsible for dealing with patients, maintaining records and confidentiality, managing inventory and much more. Thus, before you start your career in this area,...
Guide to Being a Legal Secretary
Legal secretaries are essential to the proper functioning of the legal system. To operate effectively, every law office needs a competent legal secretary. They assist lawyers, solicitors, legal...
Legal Secretary Course
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Salary for Secretary Jobs in Northbrook, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Secretary positions.



Highest Education Level

Secretarys in Northbrook, IL 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 Northbrook, IL
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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