Secretaries for hire in Washington, DC

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    11,846

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  • Most popular skills

    Organizational Skills12%
    Communication Skills10%
    Time Management10%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED58%
    Associate's degree22%
    Bachelor's degree16%
  • Years of experience

    1-2 years6%
    3-5 years12%
    6-10 years18%
  • Current company

    MCPS
    AAA Club Alliance
    AIR PARK GLASS
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year6%
    1-2 years17%
    2-5 years36%

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Last updated: Aug 31, 2026

Secretary: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Washington, DC: $95,246 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $60,652$149,571 yearly

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  • Receptionist

    Silver Spring, Maryland

    Licenses & certifications

    Special Education CertificationChild Development Associate CertificationTeaching CertificationFirst Aid CertificationInfant & Toddler CertificationSIDS Certification+4 more

    Skills

    Supervising ExperienceLeadershipPrivate School ExperienceOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft OutlookDaycare Center Experience
  • Secretary

    Laurel, Maryland

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDCertified Phlebotomy TechnicianDriver's LicenseReal Estate LicenseCertified Medical AssistantCCMA Certification+3 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsAnalysis SkillsLeadershipMicrosoft Outlook CalendarOrganizational SkillsTime Management
  • Unit Secretary

    Washington, District of Columbia

    Licenses & certifications

    Guard CardFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRBLS

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsExperience Working with Individuals with AutismMedical Coding
  • Unit Secretary ,Telecommunications operator /Surgical posting coord

    Suitland, Maryland

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRACLSBLS

    Skills

    Supervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsAdministrative Experience Within HealthcareMedical Office Experience
  • Toddler Associate Teacher

    Hyattsville, Maryland

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationCertified Medical AssistantCCMA CertificationCPRCNA

    Skills

    Customer ServiceCustomer SupportEKGECG EquipmentECG MonitoringInventory Management
  • Trauma Unit Secretary

    Fairmount Heights, Maryland

    Licenses & certifications

    Certified Phlebotomy TechnicianSix Sigma Green BeltSix Sigma Yellow Belt

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsPresentation SkillsOrganizational SkillsPersonal Assistant ExperienceStrategic Planning

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What's the average time to fill a secretary role?

The average time to fill a secretary role is 50 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do secretaries tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a secretary include: organizational skills, communication skills and time management.

What licenses or certifications are common for a secretary?

Common licenses or certifications for secretaries include: Driver's License, CPR and First Aid Certification.

What are some job titles related to secretaries?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to secretaries include: receptionist, program secretary and toddler associate teacher.

What level of education is common for a secretary?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a secretary in Washington, DC, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a secretary?

Most secretaries have 22 years of professional experience.

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