Secretary Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

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 Associate

  • Sentara
  • Virginia Beach, VA (9 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (9 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 8 hours ago

experience PREFERRED Medical Terminology knowledge a plus The successful candidate will have an above-average desire to provide excellent customer service Keywords: Indeed, Monster, Glassdoor, AA, Secretary...

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SURTASS Administrative Assistant

  • Amentum
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 15 hours ago

Amentum is seeking dynamic and strong leaders for employment as SURTASS Administrative Assistant for SURTASS program home based out of Virginia Beach, VA. The candidate will provide administrative...

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Office Assistant II

  • City of Virginia Beach, VA
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 19 hours ago

The City of Virginia Beach Department of Human Services is seeking a talented Office Assistant II for it's Child Welfare program. The Office Assistant II will provide administrative and clerical...

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Administrative Assistant

  • DaVita Inc.
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 19 hours ago

Medical secretary or secretarial certification is preferred-as is at least 1 year in a related administrative position in a medical setting....

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Administrative Assistant

  • Howard Hanna
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 20 hours ago

SUMMARY: Under supervision of the Sales Office Manager, the Administrative Assistant provides administrative, secretarial and advertising support to the branch office and sales agents. DUTIES &...

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Administrative Assistant I - Occupancy

  • Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 3 days ago

About NRHA Founded in 1940, the Norfolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority (NRHA) provides low-income families in Norfolk, Virginia with safe and well-maintained housing. It also plans and...

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Supply Administrative Specialist

  • VTG
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 5 days ago

Overview VTG is seeking a Supply Administrative Specialist to support our Virginia Beach location. What will you do? The Supply Administrative Specialist is responsible for the creation, assembly,...

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Administrative Assistant I

  • Sentara Healthcare
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 days ago

4-6 Months Basic Experience of Simple Office / Operational Systems (Required) Strong Microsoft Office Skills with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook (Preferred) Previous Administrative Assistant or Secretary...

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Administrative Technician

  • City of Norfolk
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Norfolk, Virginia is America's most authentic and urban waterfront city. Home to the world's largest naval station and the business, arts, and cultural center of Coastal Virginia, Norfolk has been...

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Lifesaving Coordinator (Administrative Assistant I)

  • City of Norfolk
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Norfolk, Virginia is America's most authentic and urban waterfront city. Home to the world's largest naval station and the business, arts, and cultural center of Coastal Virginia, Norfolk has been...

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Administrative Secretary Surgery Scheduler

  • EVMS
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 7 days ago

Overview The Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery is a diverse Department with multiple subspecialties practicing within a larger group setting. Those specialties include Otology,...

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Administrative Assistant

  • State of Virginia
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Title: Administrative Assistant Agency: VP OF ADMIN AND FINANCE Location: Norfolk, VA FLSA: Non-Exempt Hiring Range: Full Time or Part Time: Full Time Additional Detail Job Description: Performs...

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Administrative Assistant

  • Tetra Tech
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 12 days ago

The Opportunity: Tetra Tech is adding an Administrative Assistant to our Hampton Roads team based in Virginia Beach, VA. Your Role: The Administrative Assistant will support a wide variety of...

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Administrative Assistant

  • TEKsystems
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 12 days ago

Administrative Assistant Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Work Environment: Business Professional Job Summary The Administrative Assistant provides highlevel administrative support to...

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Administrative Assistant

  • Control Point Associates, Inc.
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 12 days ago

Control Point Associates is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant in our Virginia Beach, VA office. Competitive pay, excellent benefits, an amazing team, and endless opportunities for...

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Demographic Data for Virginia Beach, VA

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Secretarial Education
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Salary for Secretary Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

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 Virginia Beach, VA 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 Virginia Beach, VA
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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