How do they match: Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants

  • Clerical Specialist

  • Provide high-level administrative support by conducting research, preparing statistical reports, and handling information requests, as well as performing routine administrative functions such as preparing correspondence, receiving visitors, arranging conference calls, and scheduling meetings. May also train and supervise lower-level clerical staff.

  • Meet with individuals, special interest groups, and others on behalf of executives, committees, and boards of directors.
  • Provide clerical support to other departments.
  • Supervise and train other clerical staff and arrange for employee training by scheduling training or organizing training material.

  • Make travel, accommodations, or entertainment arrangements for others.
  • Manage clerical or administrative activities.
  • Perform administrative or clerical tasks.
  • Supervise clerical or administrative personnel.