Office and Public Service GroupOPS/ADS
Jamaica Administrative Secretary (Government)
J$2.2M–J$2.9M per annum
2 official grade levels · Combined administrative and secretarial support at mid-management level
Pay Band 5Mid-LevelAdmin & SecretarialWhat is an Administrative Secretary?
The Administrative Secretary series (OPS/ADS) bridges pure secretarial work and administrative management in Jamaica’s public sector. ADS officers carry more administrative responsibility than a general secretary — handling correspondence independently, managing office workflows and sometimes supervising clerical staff. The two-grade series (ADS 1–2, both Pay Band 5) is typically held by experienced officers.
Grade Levels & Salary Scale (Effective 1 April 2024)
| Grade | Pay Band | Annual Salary | Monthly (÷12) | Typical Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADS 1 | Band 5 | J$2,190,302–J$2,945,712 | J$182,525–J$245,476/mo | Administrative Secretary I |
| ADS 2 | Band 5 | J$2,190,302–J$2,945,712 | J$182,525–J$245,476/mo | Administrative Secretary II |
Qualifications & Entry Requirements
- Diploma or Associate Degree in Office Administration or Secretarial Science
- 3–5 years of progressive secretarial or administrative experience
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite — advanced Word and Outlook
- Supervisory experience or training advantageous
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