Secretary Jobs in Ithaca, NY

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 Office Assistant

  • Freeville, NY (9 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Freeville, NY (9 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 12 hours ago

Medical Office Assistant- Evenings MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma Valid New York State Driver's License Yearly physical (required within one month of hire ) Ability to work with a...

Office Assistant 2 (Calculations) Institutional Advancement NY HELPS

  • Cortland, NY (22 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cortland, NY (22 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Full-time position with the Cortland College Foundation. The position combines data entry and secretarial work. The position requires great attention to detail, accuracy in working with numbers,...

Office Assistant 2 Stores and Mail (NY HELPS)

  • Moravia, NY (24 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Moravia, NY (24 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 3 days ago

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Administrative Assistant (12 months) - IHS

  • Ithaca, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Ithaca, NY
  • 3 days ago

Secretary of Education....

Administrative Assistant (10 months) - IHS

  • Ithaca, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Ithaca, NY
  • 3 days ago

Secretary of Education....

Office Assistant 1 Stores Mail (NY HELPS)

  • Moravia, NY (24 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Moravia, NY (24 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 4 days ago

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Office Assistant 2 (Calculations)

  • Cortland, NY (22 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cortland, NY (22 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Budget Title OFFICE ASSISTANT 2 (CALCULATIONS) Campus Title OFFICE ASSISTANT 2 (CALCULATIONS) School/Division Institutional Advancement, Division of Department Institutional Advancement Office...

Office Assistant 2 (Calculations) Institutional Advancement

  • Cortland, NY (22 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cortland, NY (22 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 5 days ago

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Administrative Assistant

  • Ithaca, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Ithaca, NY
  • 6 days ago

TITLE: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (IV) Full-time, 12 Month Provisional Position Regional School Success DUTIES: This is an administrative support position responsible for developing and monitoring...

Administrative Assistant 1 Title IX/Human Resources (NY HELPS)

  • Cortland, NY (22 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Cortland, NY (22 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Serving as the principle administrative support person for the Title IX Office, this position supports the Title IX Office and Director of Title IX and Harassment and Discrimination Investigator....

Administrative Assistant 1 Geography and Philosophy (NY HELPS)

  • Cortland, NY (22 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Cortland, NY (22 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 9 days ago

This administrative assistant position provides a student-facing support role for students pursuing degrees or general education courses in Geography and Philosophy. The position also provides...

Personal Assistant

  • Newark Valley, NY (21 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Newark Valley, NY (21 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Personal Assistant needed to provide housekeeping (eg. laundry/cleaning) and personal care (eg. assistance with bathing) services, in addition to transportation and errands. 3-5 days a week,...

Administrative Specialist I 'Repost'

  • Harford, NY (14 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Harford, NY (14 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Introduction \n GRADE 10\n LOCATION OF POSITION MDH, Harford County Health Department, Bel Air, MD\n Main Purpose of Job This position processes Vital Records applications and issues birth and...

Administrative Assistant Early Childhood Services

  • Ithaca, NY
  • 10 days ago
  • Ithaca, NY
  • 10 days ago

Overview Administrative Assistant Early Childhood Services Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children? Do you have the organizational superpowers to keep a...

Administrative Assistant 1

  • Cortland, NY (22 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Cortland, NY (22 miles from Ithaca, NY)
  • 10 days ago

Administrative Assistant 1 Bookmark this Posting Position Details Position Information Budget Title Administrative Assistant 1 Campus Title Administrative Assistant 1 School/Division President's...

Demographic Data for Ithaca, NY

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Secretary Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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,...
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...

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Salary for Secretary Jobs in Ithaca, NY

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 Ithaca, NY 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 Ithaca, NY
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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