Secretary Jobs in Missouri

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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Medical Secretary III Certified (Hybrid) Administrative

  • Washington University
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 11 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 11 hours ago

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary The Medical Secretary provides coordination and administrative support for the WashU Medicine Interprofessional Pro Bono Health Clinic and the Community Engagement...

Hybrid

Secretary III

  • The Salvation Army
  • Bourbon, MO
  • 11 hours ago
  • Bourbon, MO
  • 11 hours ago

The Secretary III will perform general office duties such as answering phones, opening and distributing mail, ordering office supplies, as well as greet visitors and vendors....

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Administrative Assistant

  • Enterprise Bank & Trust
  • Saint Ann, MO
  • 19 hours ago
  • Saint Ann, MO
  • 19 hours ago

Louis, MO-IL Metropolitan Statistical Area $53k - $80k Per Year Administrative Assistant Enterprise Bank & Trust Occupation: Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants Location: Saint...

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Administrative Assistant (79219)

  • Centurion Health
  • Chillicothe, MO
  • 21 hours ago
  • Chillicothe, MO
  • 21 hours ago

Job DetailsJob Location: MO, Chillicothe - Chillicothe Correctional Center - CHILLICOTHE, MO 64601Position Type: Full-TimeEducation Level: High School Diploma/GEDSalary Range: $19.00 - $22.00...

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Administrative Assistant, Financial Aid

  • Three Rivers College
  • Poplar Bluff, MO
  • 23 hours ago
  • Poplar Bluff, MO
  • 23 hours ago

The Department of Financial Aid is seeking an Administrative Assistant to serve as the first point of contact for the Department. In this role, the assistant will work to provide a high degree of...

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Administrative Assistant

  • Canadian Pacific Railway (CPKC)
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 1 day ago

Posting Start Date: 6/1/26 Join CPKC, North America's first transnational railroad connecting U.S., Canada, and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect...

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Unit Secretary - Days

  • Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center
  • Poplar Bluff, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Poplar Bluff, MO
  • 1 day ago

The Unit Secretary contributes to high quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of clerical tasks....

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Administrative Assistant 3

  • Rockwood R-6 School District
  • Eureka, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Eureka, MO
  • 1 day ago

$17.64 per hour 225 Day calendar with standard benefits This position works 8 hours per day and 40 per week. The scheduled work hours for this position are 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM This institution is an...

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10-month Secretary

  • Branson R-4 School District
  • Branson, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Branson, MO
  • 1 day ago

Click here for a full listing of job descriptions As a political subdivision, employer, recipient of federal funds, and educational institution, the Board of Education is prohibited from, and...

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Administrative Assistant KC A

  • Midtown Home Improvements
  • Grandview, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Grandview, MO
  • 1 day ago

Administrative Assistant A growing company is seeking an Administrative Assistant Responsibilities: Schedule and coordinate service and collection appointments. Track and manage orders for...

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Administrative Support Assistant (CYS) (Developmental) NF-02/03

  • United States Army Installation Management Command
  • Fort Leonard Wood, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Leonard Wood, MO
  • 1 day ago

This position is located at the School Age Center at Fort Leonard Wood, MO. Morale Welfare and Recreation Child and Youth Services (CYS) Employee Childcare Fee applicable to employees working at...

In Person Part Time

Emergency Services Unit Secretary

  • Centerpoint Medical Center
  • Independence, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Independence, MO
  • 1 day ago

Jump-start your career as an Emergency Services Unit Secretary today with Centerpoint Medical Center. SCHEDULE: 7pm-7:30am, 3-12 hr shifts/week and every other weekend requirement!...

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Unit Secretary- FT Nights

  • BJC HealthCare
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 1 day ago

Preferred Qualifications Role Purpose The Unit Secretary performs clerical duties supporting the operations of the patient care team....

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Clinic Office Assistant - Family Medicine Branson

  • Skaggs Community Hospital Association
  • Branson, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Branson, MO
  • 2 days ago

Description :Provides a variety of clerical and filing duties in the clinic office setting. Duties may include photocopying, faxing, filing, maintenance and transportation of medical records,...

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Office Staff - Secretary - 9 Month (Shepard Boulevard Elementary School) 2026-27

  • Columbia
  • Columbia, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 2 days ago

POSITION PROPERTIES Position Title Office Staff - Secretary Schedule / Grade Grade 27 Job Code 61SEC09741 FLSA Non - Exempt Calendar SEC9 Benefits Eligible - 60 day waiting period Contract Type Notification...

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Demographic Data for Missouri

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Salary for Secretary Jobs in Missouri

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 Missouri 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 Missouri
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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