Secretary Test

When looking to fill a secretary position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. A secretary skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is a secretary skills test?

    The secretary skills test is a pre-employment assessment that is designed to be used early in the recruitment process when you are hiring for a secretary position.

    The secretary test asks questions that are related to the skills, knowledge and aptitudes that the position requires in a way that makes it unbiased and objective - which means that it can provide recruiters with usable data that will help them choose the best candidates.

    The test is a multiple-choice online assessment that can be administered to a number of applicants at the same time, making it easy for recruitment teams to be able to decide which candidates have the right level of skills to be successful in the role.

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  1. What is a secretary skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the secretary skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures secretary skills
  4. Secretary Test FAQs

Identify the best candidates and hire faster

Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the secretary skills test for pre-screening?

    When you are hiring for a secretary, there are certain skills and qualifications that you will want them to have to be successful. A secretary's role might include filing, dealing with correspondence, booking meetings, and creating documents and emails, for example.

    An application form and a CV can give you some information about the applicant, such as any relevant experience or maybe some qualifications. However, there are some skills and aptitudes that are really important when it comes to a secretary that it is not easy to ascertain just from a paper sift, or even in an interview - and that is why using a pre-employment skills test can make a difference.

    With the secretary skills test, you can identify the candidates that have the right level of organizational and administrative skills, with an eye for detail which means they can manage several different tasks at once.

    The test will highlight the applicants that are able to communicate, both in writing and verbally, with people across every level of an organization. Teamwork and time management skills are also important for a successful secretary.

    The secretary skills test would also be useful for assessing candidates for roles such as an administrator or a personal assistant.

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How our test measures secretary skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to be a secretary were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our secretary test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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Predictor of job success

Picked provides evidence-based recommendations for tests to use for over 750 jobs. Our recommendation engine leverages data from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) developed by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

  • Assessments

    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

“The platform is so simple to use. I had used competitor providers for over six years and will never go back. Fast, efficient and friendly!”
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

Secretary Test FAQs

What are the duties of a secretary during a meeting?

Before a meeting, a secretary will arrange the meeting room space, and invite all the attendees. While the meeting is in progress, the secretary will take notes which are known as minutes, to record what has been said and what has been decided in the meeting. Once the meeting is over, the secretary will send out the minutes of the meeting to all the attendees and the people who were invited but could not come.

How important are writing skills for a secretary?

The writing skills that are necessary for a secretary depend mostly on the type of business - but in most companies a secretary will be responsible for writing minutes in a meeting, maintaining accurate files, and responding to correspondence by email - so the successful candidate must be able to write clearly.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

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Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA

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