Secretary Jobs in Washington

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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Office Admin Assistant with QuickBooks Experience Wanted

  • Bellingham, WA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 7 hours ago

Are you an organized, detail-oriented professional with a knack for QuickBooks? We're looking for a part time Office Admin Assistant to join our dynamic team in Bellingham! Key Responsibilities:...

Job Opening: Office Assistant

  • Sumner, WA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Sumner, WA
  • 7 hours ago

About Us: ServiceMaster Restore is a leader in the restoration services industry, committed to providing exceptional service and rapid response to help our customers recover from water, fire,...

Admin Assistant/Caregiver 40 Hours

  • Everett, WA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 7 hours ago

Homewatch Caregivers of Western WA has been a well-established home care provider for over 22 years now. Our "Hands On" approach gives the caregiver confidence in what they do and the support that...

Records Clerk/Office Assistant

  • Seattle, WA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 7 hours ago

Floyd, Pflueger, Kearns, Nedderman and Gress, P.S. is a small highly successful civil defense litigation firm located overlooking the Olympic Sculpture Park and Elliott Bay. This entry level...

Superintendent's Secretary

  • Granger, WA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Granger, WA
  • 7 hours ago

GRANGER SCHOOL DISTRICT #204 Job Description JOB TITLE: Superintendent’s Secretary QUALIFICATIONS: Bilingual required....

Medical Receptionist

  • Gig Harbor, WA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Gig Harbor, WA
  • 7 hours ago

You Belong Here. At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers,...

Front Desk Administrative Asst (Administrative)

  • Spokane Valley, WA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Spokane Valley, WA
  • 10 hours ago

at Phoenix Protective Corporation in Spokane Valley, Washington, United States Job Description Front Desk Administrative Asst (Administrative) Discover exciting career opportunities with Phoenix...

Administrative Assistant I

  • Kent, WA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Kent, WA
  • 10 hours ago

Manpower is looking to hire an Administrative Assistant for our client in Kent, WA. Job Title: Administrative Assistant Location: Kent, WA Pay Range: $21 hourly! Whats the Job? Performs a variety...

Administrative Assistant

  • Spokane Valley, WA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Spokane Valley, WA
  • 11 hours ago

Overview Bartlett Tree Experts is looking for an Administrative Assistant to join our team. We are looking for an individual who understands the importance and value of our clients and recognizes...

Senior Administrative Assistant - ACG Design

  • Seattle, WA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 16 hours ago

The ACG Brand, "All Conditions Gear," leads Nike in considered design for outdoor sport. With a focus on distinct innovation, location-based research, and a commitment to sustainability, ACG...

Substitute Administrative Assistant 2024-2025

  • Mead, WA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Mead, WA
  • 20 hours ago

JOB SUMMARY The job of the Administrative Assistant provides a variety of office support and/or secretarial duties for a specified building. This position reports to the Building Principal....

Office Assistant 3

  • Monroe, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Monroe, WA
  • 1 day ago

Perform other duties as required and assigned by the Correctional Program Manager and Secretary Supervisor NOTE: This position is located in an adult male correctional facility and has interactions...

Office Assistant - Office of Public Defense

  • Pasco, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pasco, WA
  • 1 day ago

The Office Assistant performs secretarial duties to support efficient office operations within the department and agency and provides basic administrative support to the OPD Coordinator and the...

Banquets On-Call Banquets Administrative Assistant ($26.25/hour)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

Join us for an incredible opportunity to be a part of our Banquet Team as our On-Call Banquets Administrative Assistant! The Banquets Administrative Assistant will support our Event Services team...

Front Office Assistant

  • Mount Vernon, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Vernon, WA
  • 1 day ago

Looking for a positive, detail-oriented, hardworking, motivated individual who would like to join a cutting-edge healthcare facility in Mt. Vernon, WA as Front Office Assistant. *No Experience...

Demographic Data for Washington

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Salary for Secretary Jobs in Washington

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 Washington offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.9%
High School or GED
25.4%
Associate's Degree
17.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.3%
Master's Degree
8.0%
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 Washington
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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