Secretary Jobs in Virginia

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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Wallace Montgomery

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - Richmond, VA

Job DetailsJob Location: Richmond Virginia Office - Richmond, VA 23230Salary Range: $32.00 - $35.00 Hourly Wallace Montgomery (WM) is actively seeking an Administrative Assistant for immediate...

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Admin Assistant 2

  • Design-Cuisine
  • Arlington, VA
  • 20 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 20 days ago

Admin Assistant 2 Job Reference Number: 38957 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Dining & Events Brand: Design-Cuisine Location: Arlington, Virginia (US-VA) The Role at a glance: We are...

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Administrative Associate

  • Sentara
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 6 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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Senior Administrative Assistant (Administrative Support Assistant III) - Card Strategy Capital One is seeking an exceptionally bright, self-motivated, and experienced Administrative Support...

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Administrative Assistant - Cardiology Office

  • Wythe County Community Hospital
  • Wytheville, VA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Wytheville, VA
  • 7 hours ago

Schedule: Full Time Weekdays Location: Cardiology Your experience matters Wythe County Community Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities...

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Administrative Assistant

  • Loudoun County Government
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 8 hours ago

The Loudoun County Sheriff's Office is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time Administrative Assistant position located within the Administrative and Technical Services Division, Training...

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Front Office Secretary/Service Coordinator

  • Culligan Water
  • Salem, VA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Salem, VA
  • 12 hours ago

Benefits: 401(k) Competitive salary Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance We are looking for the right person to be our full-time Front Office Secretary...

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SURTASS Administrative Assistant

  • Amentum
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 14 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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Administrative Support Specialist

  • Amentum
  • Springfield, VA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Springfield, VA
  • 14 hours ago

Amentum is seeking an Administrative Support Specialist in Springfield, VA in support of a Department of War (DoW) client. In this role, you will be responsible for providing a wide range of...

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Jr. Accreditation Coordinator/ Administrative Assistant

  • Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
  • Arlington, VA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 14 hours ago

Jr. Accreditation Coordinator/ Administrative Assistant Reports to Manager of Institutional Accreditation Department Accreditation Summary: The Jr. Accreditation Coordinator/Administrative...

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FEC Procurement Administrative Specialist

  • Turner Construction
  • Reston, VA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 15 hours ago

Division: First Equipment Company Project Location(s): Atlanta, GA 30303 USA Minimum Years Experience: Travel Involved: 10-20% Job Type: Regular Job Classification: Experienced Education: Job...

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Administrative Assistant (PCT)

  • DaVita
  • Sterling, VA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Sterling, VA
  • 15 hours ago

Posting Date 06/02/202646396 Benedict Dr.Suite 100, Sterling, Virginia, 20164, United States of America As an Administrative Assistant at DaVita, you'll be a part of a Team that values work-life...

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Administrative Assistant

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 15 hours ago

At Kelly® Professional & Industrial, we’re hiring   Administrative Assistant  to work at  Apria,  a leading US provider of home healthcare equipment in ...

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Office Assistant II

  • City of Virginia Beach, VA
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 18 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
  • 18 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 18 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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Secretary Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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...
Guide to Being a Legal Secretary
Legal secretaries are essential to the proper functioning of the legal system. To operate effectively, every law office needs a competent legal secretary. They assist lawyers, solicitors, legal...
Secretarial Education
This "Secretarial Education" online course offers a comprehensive program for individuals who aim to become skilled secretaries or administrative professionals, equipping them with the practical...

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Salary for Secretary Jobs in Virginia

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 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
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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