Secretary Remote & Hybrid Only 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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Senior Administrative Assistant (Boston, MA)

  • M&T Bank
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

Overview: We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and career-driven Senior Administrative Assistant to provide exceptional support to two Executive Vice Presidents. This role goes beyond...

Hybrid

Administrative Specialist - Adult Palliative Care

  • Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

The Department of Supportive Oncology (SO) is composed of five divisions that offer unique services and conduct research with one important goal: To help patients and their families maintain the...

Remote

Administrative Assistant II, Curriculum and Faculty Support

  • MIT
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 2 days ago

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II, CURRICULUM AND FACULTY SUPPORT, Registrar’s Office - Curriculum and Faculty Support (CFS), will perform complex duties supporting undergraduate education committees...

Hybrid

Administrative Assistant (Administrative Specialist 2)

  • Oregon Business Development Department
  • Salem, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Salem, MA
  • 4 days ago

Initial Posting Date: 05/28/2026 Application Deadline: 06/04/2026 Agency: Oregon Business Development Department Salary Range: $4,308 - $5,983 Position Type: Employee Position Title:...

Remote

Administrative Assistant II

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days 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...

Hybrid

Senior Administrative Assistant - Family Justice Advocates Worcester

  • Commonwealth of Massachusetts
  • Worcester, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 5 days ago

Share Salary Not Available Senior Administrative Assistant - Family Justice Advocates Worcester Commonwealth of Massachusetts Occupation: Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants...

Remote

Senior Administrative Assistant, Outpatient Cardiology

  • 1200 The General Hospital Corporation
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago

Site: The General Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to...

Hybrid

Administrative Assistant Mid-Level

  • Software Specialists Inc.
  • Framingham, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Framingham, MA
  • 5 days ago

Administrative Assistant - Mid-Level Location: Framingham, Massachusetts (Hybrid) Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced professional to join our team in a critical administrative support...

Hybrid

Senior Administrative Assistant to VP, Litigation & Risk and VP, Privacy Legal

  • Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc
  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago

Job Description Company Overview: At Vertex Pharmaceuticals, we are relentless in our pursuit of transformative medicines to improve the lives of people with serious diseases. Our team is...

Remote Hybrid

Senior Administrative Assistant - Family Justice Advocates Worcester

  • Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services
  • Worcester, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 8 days ago

********************ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH THE CPCS iCIMS WEBSITE. IF YOU APPLY THROUGH MASS CAREERS AND DO NOT COMPLETE THE CPCS iCIMS APPLICATION, YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED...

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Administrative Assistant

  • Aquila Technology
  • Lexington, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Lexington, MA
  • 12 days ago

Apply Now Administrative Assistant Location: Hybrid but must be within 100 miles from Lexington, MA. Onsite work required 3 days week with the remaining time remote. Clearance Level: Must be able...

Remote

Administrative Assistant

  • Beacon Hill Staffing Group
  • Newton, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Newton, MA
  • 12 days ago

To Apply for this Job Click Here Administrative Assistant to $85K - Leadership Support Role! Our client, a financial services firm, is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support multiple team...

Hybrid

Administrative Specialist - Multiple Myeloma

  • Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
  • Boston, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 12 days ago

Under moderate supervision, the Administrative Specialist II provides administrative support to staff, faculty member(s), or department(s) in their clinical, academic, research and leadership...

Remote

Administrative Assistant I

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital
  • Somerville, MA
  • 13 days ago
  • Somerville, MA
  • 13 days 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...

Hybrid

Office Services Coordinator

  • New Balance
  • Lawrence, MA
  • 13 days ago
  • Lawrence, MA
  • 13 days ago

Who We Are: Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core...

Hybrid

Demographic Data for Massachusetts

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Secretary Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Secretarial Education
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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

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Highest Education Level

Secretarys in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
32.1%
High School or GED
25.1%
Associate's Degree
17.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.2%
Master's Degree
8.2%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%
Some High School
0.7%

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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