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Contract Secretary Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

As no overtime is allowed on this contract, security checks shall be scheduled accordingly. The Secretary shall assist with inventory and inventory control programs. The Secretary will prepare and ...

LEGAL SECRETARY

Stockton, CA · On-site

$60K - $84K/yr

The Legal Secretary will work in the Office of the City Attorney. The Office of the City Attorney ... contracts, and affidavits); * Types and transcribes a variety of correspondence and legal documents ...

The Legal Secretary will work in the Office of the City Attorney The Office of the City Attorney ... contracts, and affidavits); Types and transcribes a variety of correspondence and legal documents ...

Legal Secretary

Pasadena, CA · Hybrid

$48K - $65K/yr

The Legal Secretary is responsible for managing, directing, and executing a wide range of high ... location contracts, catering, and lodging. * Manages and monitors the Company's individual and ...

Legal Secretary

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$48K - $65K/yr

The Legal Secretary is responsible for managing, directing, and executing a wide range of high ... location contracts, catering, and lodging. * Manages and monitors the Company's individual and ...

Legal Secretary

Irvine, CA · On-site

$35.63 - $41.25/hr

We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a respected law firm in Irvine ... This Long-term Contract position will provide essential support to litigation attorneys handling ...

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Legal Secretary

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$4.3K - $5.7K/mo

Tort, Construction Arbitration, Environmental, Contracts, Employment, Real Property, Inverse Condemnation, legal opinions, and administrative matters. Traditionally each Legal Secretary is assigned ...

Legal Secretary

San Diego, CA · On-site

$23.75 - $29.50/hr

This contract-to-permanent opportunity is well suited for someone who has prior experience in a ... At least 3 years of experience in a Legal Secretary or Legal Administrative Assistant position

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Legal Secretary - Construction Sacramento, CA Direct Counsel is seeking an experienced Legal ... contracts and commercial agreements. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and ...

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Legal Secretary

Oakland, CA · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

This is a long-term contract position focused on managing large volumes of legal documentation ... Prior experience in a legal secretary or legal administrative support role, preferably within a ...

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Legal Secretary

Lafayette, CA · On-site

$33 - $42/hr

This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with a firm that values work-life balance, offers ... litigation secretary or litigation legal assistant experience * Experience with e-filing ...

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Litigation Secretary

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$40 - $46/hr

Job Summary Litigation Secretary TEEMA Contract In-Office | Sacramento, CA, United States Responsibilities * Track case deadlines and ensure timely submissions. * Maintain confidentiality of ...

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Legal Secretary

Encino, CA · On-site

$25 - $26.50/hr

Legal Secretary Location: Encino, CA Practice Area: Real Estate Law (Transactional & Litigation ... Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents including contracts, leases, purchase and sale ...

Legal Secretary

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$33.73 - $39.05/hr

We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to support a busy civil litigation practice in ... This Contract position is best suited for a highly organized, detail-oriented individual who can ...

Legal Secretary

Fresno, CA · On-site

$22 - $24/hr

We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to support a busy legal team ... This Contract position is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing litigation support tasks ...

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$45.3K

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How much do contract secretary jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract secretary in California is $45,343.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,000.00 and $51,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a contract secretary do?

A Contract Secretary is responsible for managing contractual agreements, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. They prepare, review, and organize contracts, coordinate with legal teams, and facilitate communication between stakeholders. Additionally, they may handle administrative duties such as scheduling meetings and maintaining documentation. Their role is crucial in mitigating risks and ensuring that agreements align with company policies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract secretary?

To thrive as a Contract Secretary, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of legal terminology and contract management procedures, often supported by relevant administrative experience or an associate degree. Familiarity with contract management software, word processing applications, and document tracking systems is typically required. Excellent communication, discretion, and time management are key soft skills for coordinating with various stakeholders and handling sensitive information. These abilities ensure efficient contract processing, regulatory compliance, and effective collaboration across departments.

How do contract secretaries get hired?

Contract secretaries are typically hired through job postings on online job boards, company websites, or staffing agencies. Employers often look for candidates with strong organizational skills, proficiency in office software, and relevant experience, and may require interviews and references as part of the hiring process.

What are the most commonly searched types of Secretary jobs in California?

The most popular types of Secretary jobs in California are:

What cities in California are hiring for Contract Secretary jobs?

Cities in California with the most Contract Secretary job openings:

Infographic showing various Contract Secretary job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $45,343 per year, or $21.8 per hour.

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Alutiiq

Los Osos, CA • On-site

Full-time

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Key responsibilities

  • Perform clerical and secretarial duties, including preparing, reviewing, and editing correspondence, reports, and documents.

  • Manage schedules, coordinate meetings, and handle office coverage and administrative support tasks.

  • Assist with security procedures, including opening and closing facilities, maintaining security logs, and safeguarding classified and sensitive information.


Job description

Position Overview: The position will provide support to the Corporate Customer Support Department (CCSD), Naval Air Warfare Center, Weapons Division (NAWC, WD) located in Pt Mugu, CA. The Communications and Organizational Support Division, within the CCSD, provide administrative products and services to reinforce all NAWCWD operations. Primary/Major Duties and Responsibilities: The Secretary resides within customer's office spaces and is integral to the day-to-day activities of the supervisor and staff; will work somewhat independently performing various clerical and secretarial duties.

The Secretary will be required to interface with personnel that they directly support as well as others resident in the office. The Secretary will act in a professional manner, coordinate schedule with other staff members and or co-workers, and ensure duties and office coverage are priority. The Secretary shall interact professionally with all levels of management within NAWCWD both internal and external.

This position will require meeting, greeting, and directing a multitude of people throughout a day in person or via phone conversation. Regular and recurring duties will include responding to customers requiring support, responding to email, responding to telephone callers and other requests for services. This position will provide customers with accurate and complete information on administrative support processes, procedures, and documentations requirements.

Duties will include preparation, review, and editing correspondence, reports, and other documents; managing customer calendars, coordinate meetings and keeping calendar on track throughout the day; and managing building and equipment maintenance, telephones, personnel moves, and assisting with the coordination of facility upgrades. The Secretary shall interact professionally with all levels of management within NAWCWD both internal and external. The Secretary shall ensure familiarity with the NAVAIR and NAWCWD concept of operations and observance of safe and effective work habits, including Information Assurance and protection of classified/ confidential/Privacy Act information.

The Secretary shall monitor and safeguard Privacy Act information. The Secretary shall generate off-center security clearances for staff and renew annually. Maintain log for SAAP badges and office door keys.

The Secretary shall assist with on boarding of new personnel by preparing badging paperwork. The Secretary shall ensure that any classified correspondence/material is properly prepared per DON instruction before mailing. The Secretary shall ensure all classified material is properly controlled to eliminate infractions or violations.

Update security containers, cipher, and padlock combinations as required. The Secretary shall maintain and purchase office supplies using the Military Standard Requisitioning and Issue Procedures (MILSTRIP). The Secretary shall provide escorting for U.S

and Foreign National visitors as assigned. The Contractor shall assist with preparing local Agency curriculum design and development services to include identification of learning objectives through engagement with subject matter experts, key stakeholders, and target audiences for the Office Manager Development Program (OMDP). The Contractor shall assist with creating and modifying content, delivery methods and instructional guides for the OMDP.

The contractor shall identify and request approval from the technical point of contact (TPOC) for each person expected to require access to a Government facility and authorized to open/close the facility. The Contractor shall provide support to include opening facilities, unlocking entry combinations, annotating the Security Container Check Sheet (Standard Form 702), turning the magnetic open/close sign to "open", deactivating the alarms, and visually inspecting the area for unauthorized signs of entry. The Contractor shall provide support to include closing facilities by performing an "end of the day" security check and annotating the Activity Security Check Sheet (Standard Form 701), setting the alarm, exiting the facilities, locking the combination locks, annotating the Security Container Check Sheet (Standard Form 702), and turning the magnetic open/close sign to "closed." If the facility cannot be secured, the Contractor shall contact the appropriate Security Coordinator and/or additional designated DoD POCs

The contractor shall be responsible for accommodating the above responsibilities up until but not to exceed the end of the core hours. As no overtime is allowed on this contract, security checks shall be scheduled accordingly. The Secretary shall assist with inventory and inventory control programs.

The Secretary will prepare and review travel orders, process vouchers, and other forms required utilizing the government travel systems, such as Defense Travel System ensuring travel is in accordance with Joint Travel Regulations (JTR). Maintain up-to-date personnel organization charts and muster lists, participate as needed with muster data calls; as well prepare badging paperwork for in-coming and out-going personnel. The Secretary will operate within the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and PowerPoint) and other systems (SharePoint, VTC support, and DTS) daily.Required Qualifications and Experience: High school diploma or GED

Two years' experience Ability to work independently on routine office tasking and work efforts. Ability to operate proficiently utilizing Windows Office suite of software to include Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams and Outlook. Knowledge of the NAWCWD organizational structure is a plus.

Communicate effectively orally and in writing Interact professionally with all levels of management within the organization Ability to get and maintain a SECRET clearance.Required Qualifications and Experience: High school diploma or GED. Two years' experience Ability to work independently on routine office tasking and work efforts. Ability to operate proficiently utilizing Windows Office suite of software to include Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Teams and Outlook

Knowledge of the NAWCWD organizational structure is a plus. Communicate effectively orally and in writing Interact professionally with all levels of management within the organization Ability to get and maintain a SECRET clearance.


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About Alutiiq

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Industry

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Anchorage, AK, US

Year founded

1999

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