Secretary Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Kiernan Trebach LLP

Legal Secretary / Assistant

We are seeking a new Litigation Legal Secretary/Assistant with 3+ years of experience to join our team....

Allergy specialist seeking medical receptionist to work Mondays in Brookline, and Wednesday-Thursday in Lowell, MA. Must have experience with electronic medical records/EMRs (preferably Athena),...

Marcus, Errico, Emmer & Brooks (MEEB) has been a dedicated legal service provider for condominium boards and condominium associations since 1993. Based in New England, MEEB has over 20 attorneys...

Office Assistant/Proctor - Cape Cod Community College

  • West Barnstable, MA
  • 3 hours ago
  • West Barnstable, MA
  • 3 hours ago

Job Description: GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES: This position supports functions within the Student Services and Enrollment Management Division including the Testing and Career Services...

Medical Receptionist

  • Adams, MA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Adams, MA
  • 3 hours ago

Salary Range: $18.00 - $21.00 / hour The Medical Receptionist welcomes patients to the Health Center and checks all pre-exam requirements including patient information. This person collects...

Administrative Assistant II - Infectious Disease

  • Boston, MA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 15 hours ago

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems...

Temporary Administrative Assistant

  • Newton, MA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Newton, MA
  • 22 hours ago

Temporary Administrative Assistant Boston College Application First Name Last Name Email address Captcha / Bot check: Copy from here ...to here Click to hear these letters. What is this? Apply on...

Administrative Assistant

  • Boston, MA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 22 hours ago

Answer telephones and give information to callers, take messages, or transfer calls to appropriate individuals; Greet visitors or callers and handle their inquiries or direct them to...

Legal Assistant

  • Manchester, MA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Manchester, MA
  • 22 hours ago

Legal Assistant (boston: northwest/merrimack) Beacon Hill Staffing Group compensation: Benefits + Bonus employment type: job title: Legal Assistant A top New England Litigation Firm is looking for...

Office Assistant

  • Northampton, MA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Northampton, MA
  • 22 hours ago

Office Assistant (Florence, MA) compensation: based on experience employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Office Assistant Art services company seeking a full-time office...

Office Assistant

  • Dracut, MA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Dracut, MA
  • 23 hours ago

Dracut Appliance Center is looking to fill a Part-Time Office Assistantposition. This is a great opportunity for students studying business andlooking to gain experience in the summer and possibly...

Project Administrative Assistant

  • Dartmouth, MA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Dartmouth, MA
  • 23 hours ago

Project Administrative Assistant - ( 250001Q3 ) Description We're in the business of limitless potential. From iconic designs to monumental ground breakings, we believe the best solutions are the...

Legal Assistant

  • Wareham, MA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Wareham, MA
  • 23 hours ago

Four attorney litigation firm is seeking a legal assistant with at least one year of experience in the field of civil litigation. As such, knowledge of PIP, Med Pay and the experience with...

Administrative Assistant

  • Boston, MA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 23 hours ago

Perform all administrative activities for the Office of the Dean,Offices of Communication, Development and Events and Meeting Planning.Some of the major activities include but are not limited to...

Accounting Administrative Assistant

  • Holyoke, MA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Holyoke, MA
  • 23 hours ago

Accounting Administrative Assistant (part of Allegis Group) 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars Holyoke, MA 01040 Hybrid work We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Accounting Administrative...

Demographic Data for Massachusetts

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Secretary Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Legal Secretary Diploma
The legal system is very complicated in itself for any given country. A common stereotype is that a lawyer or solicitor often goes mad during law school given the amount of information they have...
Medical Secretary Training
In the healthcare industry, qualified medical secretaries are in high demand and play an important role. This administration training course is perfect for both experienced medical secretaries and...
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,...

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Salary for Secretary Jobs in Massachusetts

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Secretary positions.



Highest Education Level

Secretarys in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts
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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