1. University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA • Private
In-State Tuition
$55,584
Enrollment
10,764
As an office secretary, you will oversee administrative and clerical duties to ensure the office runs smoothly. They answer the phone, take messages and refer calls to respective staff members. Likewise, they open, sort, and distribute the mails and faxes to the appropriate recipients. They schedule appointments and update event calendars. Furthermore, they arrange meetings and coordinate conference room schedules. Also, they prepare and edit memos and other documents for internal or external distribution. Additionally, they monitor office supplies and restock as needed.
Most office secretaries have organization, attention to detail, multitasking, proofreading, interpersonal, and communication skills. Applicants must hold a minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent. You must have relevant work experience. You must be familiar with general office procedures and be proficient in Microsoft Office. Office secretaries earn an average salary of $35,835 per year. This ranges between $24,000 and $53,000.
