Secretary
Perform routine administrative functions such as drafting correspondence, scheduling appointments, organizing and maintaining paper and electronic files, or providing information to callers.
At a Glance
Secretary earns an average of $42,149/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 1.6–1.8 years. Top skills: Communication, Clerical Works, Scheduling.
$42,149/yr
High school or GED
1.6–1.8 years
24
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive
Median Wage
$46,290/yr
Growth (2024-34)
-1.6%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (12)
Secretarial Experience
Office Supply Management
Travel Arrangements
Medical Terminology
Nursing
Office Equipment
Statistics
Office Procedures
Setting Appointments
Purchasing
Accounting
Collections
Common Skills (18)
Communication
Clerical Works
Scheduling
Typing
Confidentiality
Filing
Organizational Skills
Grammar
Operations
Customer Service
Management
Professionalism
Detail Oriented
Microsoft Office
Telephone Skills
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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