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How much does an Secretary I make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for an Secretary I in the United States is $22 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $20 and $25. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Secretary I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Secretary I Salary $18 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Secretary I Salary $20 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Secretary I Salary $22 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Secretary I Salary $25 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Secretary I Salary $28 US March 26, 2024
25% $20 10% $18 90% $28 75% $25 $22 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Secretary I collects, reviews and analyzes data and prepares reports, charts, budgets, and other presentation materials utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, or specialized software. Provides administrative support to an individual, team, department or group in an organization. Being an Secretary I maintains files, databases, and archives of relevant records. Prepares and distributes reports or other communications on a regular schedule. In addition, Secretary I screens calls and responds to or routes routine inquiries from external or internal sources with appropriate correspondence or other messaging. Schedules and coordinates meetings, travel, and other group activities. May manage expense reporting, invoicing, office supply inventory, or other routine processes. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being an Secretary I works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Secretary I

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Administrative Assistant, Experienced

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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