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How much does an Executive Secretary III make in Washington, DC? The average Executive Secretary III salary in Washington, DC is $98,790 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $87,790 and $111,690. Salary ranges 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.

Executive Secretary III Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Executive Secretary III Salary $77,775 Washington,DC March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Executive Secretary III Salary $87,790 Washington,DC March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Executive Secretary III Salary $98,790 Washington,DC March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Executive Secretary III Salary $111,690 Washington,DC March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Executive Secretary III Salary $123,435 Washington,DC March 26, 2024
25% $87,790 10% $77,775 90% $123,435 75% $111,690 $98,790 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Executive Secretary III handles a wide range of administrative and support tasks and independently initiates and implements processes to manage projects, information, and people. Provides multi-faceted administrative support and assistance to ensure effective use of an executive's time and productive interactions with staff and the public. Being an Executive Secretary III conducts research and information gathering on behalf of the executive and prepares summaries and reports. Manages the executive's schedule, meeting preparations, follow-up tasks, and complex travel arrangements. In addition, Executive Secretary III develops positive and strategic relationships at all levels of the organization. Uses discretion, judgement, and knowledge of the organization to facilitate the executive's activities and maintain confidentiality. May be responsible for directing and deploying support staff or other resources. Typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a C-suite executive. Being an Executive Secretary III work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Working as an Executive Secretary III typically requires 4 -7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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