Top 543 Secretary Jobs in Connecticut

Secretary 1
State of Connecticut - Department of Labor —Middletown, CT
- $53,031 - $69,583 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Spanish
- Word processing
- Writing skills
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
6d
Executive Assistant to the First Selectman
Town of Ashford —Ashford, CT
- $54,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Writing skills
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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1d
Receptionist/ Translator
Jones, Damia, Kaufman & DePaul, LLC —Danbury, CT
- From $36,400 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Spanish
- US work authorization
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
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12d
General Office Clerk
Premier Auto Tag Services —Wilton, CT
- $40,000 - $52,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Dealership
- Customer service
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Concierge
Geer Village —Canaan, CT
- $16.94 - $19.00 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- Typing
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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6d
Client Service Associate
TPM Placement —Shelton, CT
- $65,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Office
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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9d
Terminal Clerk II
Kenan Advantage Group —Rocky Hill, CT
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- 2 years
9h
Executive Assistant
Westaff —Meriden, CT
- $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- 5 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Military Service - U.S. Air National Guard, Administration
Military Service - U.S. Air National Guard Recruiting —Connecticut
- From $49,838.78 a year
- Full-time
- Military
- Computer literacy
- English
Data Processor
Cathedral Corporation —Berlin, CT
- $17 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Excel
- English
- Office
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6d
WIOA Youth Program Data Associate – Grant Funded
Hartford Public Library —Hartford, CT
- $26 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- Google Workspace
- In-person
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1d
Sales Administration Assistant
360 Recruiting Group —Newtown, CT
- $55,000 - $63,000 a year
- ERP systems
- Continuous improvement
- Communication skills
- Profit sharing
- Disability insurance
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EXECUTIVE BUSINESS PARTNER
Charter Oak Federal Credit Union —Waterford, CT
- Organizational skills
- Senior level
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Administrative Assistant
Catholic Cemeteries Association of the Archdiocese of Hartford, Inc. —Waterbury, CT
- $23 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Office
- Administrative experience
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13d
Automotive Service Cashier / Receptionist
DARCARS Automotive Group —Greenwich, CT
- $16.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- Dealership
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
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5d
Admin Secretary III - Central Office
Wethersfield Public Schools —Wethersfield, CT
- $31.68 - $39.02 an hour
- Online Application
- School experience
- Google Workspace
- English
Secretary 1 (Hybrid)
State of Connecticut - Department of Emergency Services & Public Protection —Middletown, CT
- $53,031 - $69,583 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Hybrid work
- Word processing
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
8d
Administrative Assistant - Library
Town of Manchester —Manchester, CT
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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13d
Administrative Support Services Assistant
Axinn —Hartford, CT
- $36 - $49 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
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Secretary - Planning and Zoning Department
Town of Farmington Connecticut —Farmington, CT
- $67,708 - $74,213 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Administrative experience
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Secretary 1

State of Connecticut - Department of Labor -
Middletown, CT

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Job Details

Full-time
$53,031 - $69,583 a year
6 days ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Pension plan
Professional development assistance
Loan forgiveness

Qualifications

Meeting minutes
Office supply management
Visitor query response
Report preparation
Court hearing assistance
Customer records maintenance
Appeals
Computer operation
Spanish
Customer communication
Correspondence management
Office activity coordination
Business travel arrangements
Interpretation experience within government industry
Legal office phone management
Word processing
Filing court documents
Writing skills
Greeting customers
Content editing
Meeting transcription
Client file management
Answering guest questions
English
Mail distribution
Scanning
Secretarial Science
Meeting scheduling
Math
Mail management

Full Job Description

The State of Connecticut, Department of Labor (DOL) is currently recruiting to fill two (2) Secretary 1 to support the agency's Appeals Division - one in Waterbury, and the other in Middletown, CT.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

SHIFT: first shift | full time | Monday through Friday
SCHEDULE: 8:00AM - 4:30PM
LOCATIONS: Middletown and Waterbury, CT
NOTE: Positions may become hybrid upon conclusion of a successful working test period.

BENEFITS & BALANCE AT THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT

As a state employee, we will offer you:

Industry leading health benefits, including medical and dental coverage.
Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings.
Paid time off - including 13 paid holidays per calendar year.
Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.
A work culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance to all employees.
State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loan forgiveness after 10 years of service. Click here for more information.

We invite you to view our State Employee Benefits Overview page to learn more.

In addition, the State puts an emphasis on:

Providing limitless opportunities;
Hiring for diversity and fresh perspectives;
Performing meaningful work and;
Encouraging a healthy work/life balance!

Our state has a lot to offer - from fun activities for all ages, to great food and shopping, to beautiful state parks and forests, to our diverse cultures and rich history. Connecticut is a great place to live! Learn more about Connecticut here.

ABOUT OUR AGENCY

The Department of Labor (DOL) is committed to protecting and promoting the interests of Connecticut workers. In order to accomplish this in a constantly evolving environment, we assist workers and employers to become competitive in the global economy. We take a comprehensive approach to meeting the needs of workers and employers, and the other agencies that serve them. We ensure the supply of high-quality integrated services that serve the needs of our customers.

YOUR ROLE

The Department of Labor's Appeals Division is comprised of the Referee Section and the Board of Review. The Employment Security Appeals Division is an autonomous, quasi-judicial agency housed in the Department of Labor. It primarily hears and decides appeals arising from decisions of the Administrator of the Connecticut Unemployment Compensation Act, from which it is statutorily independent.

In this position you will be providing support to the appeals division, including supporting Employment Security Appeals Referees. Responsibilities would include:

Processing incoming correspondence received by mail, fax, and in-person.
Uploading documentary evidence into electronic appeals case files.
Assisting parties with filing appeals.
Answering questions from the public by telephone and in-person.
Maintaining records of contact from parties to appeals.
Registering parties for hearings.
Interpreting written and verbal communications from English to Spanish and Spanish to English.

More details can be found in the class specification and the 'Examples of Duties' section below.

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Selection Plan

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THIS RECRUITMENT:

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BEFORE YOU APPLY:

Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below.
Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing [email protected].
Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

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The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Samantha Rivera at [email protected]

Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for performing a full range of secretarial support functions.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Performs a variety of secretarial duties as described in the following areas:

TYPING:
- Using computers, tablets, and other electronic equipment, formats and types a full range of correspondence, reports, bills, drafts, etc. from rough draft, transcription, dictated notes, etc.;
- Proofreads for content;
- Edits using knowledge of grammar, punctuation and spelling.
FILING:
- Designs office filing systems;
- Organizes and maintains files (including confidential files);
- Maintains, updates and reviews reference materials and manuals.
CORRESPONDENCE:
- Composes routine letters/memoranda, etc. (e.g., standard replies and acknowledgement letters) for supervisor's signature.
REPORT WRITING:
- Compiles information from standard sources and prepares data reports (e.g., number of forms processed during the month).
INTERPERSONAL:
- Greets and directs visitors;
- Answers phones and takes messages;
- Answers questions requiring knowledge of terminology, organization, supervisor's responsibilities, etc. (e.g., appropriate referrals, general purpose of the unit).
PROCESSING:
- Scans correspondence;
- Pulls and attaches related materials;
- Reviews, routes and prioritizes mail.
SECRETARY:
- Arranges and coordinates meetings (including space and equipment);
- Writes minutes of meetings, lectures, conferences, etc. from rough draft;
- Takes notes and/or meeting minutes;
- Prepares expense accounts;
- Makes travel arrangements.
OFFICE MANAGEMENT:
- Maintains an inventory of supplies and equipment;
- Orders supplies when necessary;
- Completes, processes, and maintains paperwork for purchasing (e.g., orders, requisitions, invoices, etc.);
- Maintains time and attendance records;

Performs related duties as required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable knowledge of
- office systems and procedures;
- proper grammar, punctuation and spelling;
Knowledge of
- business communications;
- business math;
Skills
- interpersonal skills;
- oral and written communication skills;
Ability to
- schedule and prioritize office workflow;
- operate office equipment which includes computers, tablets, and other electronic equipment;
- operate office suite software;
- take notes (shorthand, speedwriting or other method acceptable to the supervisor).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of experience above the routine clerk level in office support or secretarial work.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

College training in the secretarial sciences may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of one (1) year.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience translating written correspondence from Spanish to English and English to Spanish.
Experience interpreting verbal communications from Spanish into English and English into Spanish.
Experience utilizing a case management system (comparable to ReEmployCT) to maintain client records.
Experience working in a judicial or quasi-judicial environment.
Experience with managing time to meet prescribed deadlines that may conflict, while adhering to quantity and quality standards.
Experience typing and formatting written correspondence using Microsoft Word.
Experience in document management and scanning in a high production office environment.
Experience providing customer service assistance to diverse populations and skill levels in a high production office environment.

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