Administrative Assistant Jobs in Connecticut

Administrative Assistant jobs in Connecticut are concentrated in Hartford, Stamford, and New Haven, where financial services firms, insurance companies, and healthcare systems drive steady demand for office and executive support professionals. Employers like Aetna, Yale New Haven Health, and Webster Bank maintain large administrative workforces and hire across seniority levels, from entry-level office coordinators to senior executive assistants. The most in-demand specialties include executive support, legal and medical office administration, and operations coordination. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles51
Top employerYale University
Top cityNew Haven, CT
Cities hiring36
Work type74% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Pratt & Whitney
Executive Administrative Assistant - Finance Operations (Hybrid)
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Executive Administrative Assistant - Finance Operations (Hybrid)
Pratt & Whitney
East Hartford, Connecticut
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Human Resources
$60k - $114k/yr
Hybrid
Associate's degree
10,000+

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Mosaic
Administrative Assistant
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Administrative Assistant
Mosaic
Wallingford, Connecticut
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Human Resources
Experience equivalent to degree accepted

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Yale University
Senior Administrative Assistant, Earth and Planetary Sciences
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Senior Administrative Assistant, Earth and Planetary Sciences
Yale University
New Haven, Connecticut
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Analytics
Data Science
Hybrid
High school
10,000+

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Administrative Assistant
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Administrative Assistant
Musante & Musante, CPAs
Woodbridge, Connecticut
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Human Resources
$25 - $32/hr
On-Site

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Ivy Tech Community College
Administrative Assistant
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Administrative Assistant
Ivy Tech Community College
Rockville, Connecticut
Administrative & Office Support
On-Site
High School

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Administrative Assistant Jobs by City in Connecticut

Where Connecticut roles are concentrated, by current openings.

New Haven
4 jobs
Hartford
3 jobs
Canton
2 jobs
Danbury
2 jobs
Meriden
2 jobs
Stamford
2 jobs
Westport
2 jobs
Newington
2 jobs
Middletown
2 jobs

Administrative Assistant Job Market in Connecticut

A snapshot from current Connecticut openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Yale University
Yale University3 open roles
Pratt & Whitney
Pratt & Whitney2 open roles
Hartford HealthCare
Hartford HealthCare2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What Connecticut Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in administrative assistant jobs across Connecticut.

  • Associate or bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
  • Two or more years of administrative or office support experience in a professional setting
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for correspondence and stakeholder coordination
  • Experience managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and supporting executive-level staff
  • Familiarity with office management systems, document control, and basic bookkeeping procedures

Administrative Assistant Jobs in Connecticut: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a administrative assistant in Connecticut?

Connecticut does not require a state-issued license to work as an administrative assistant, so the path centers on education and credentials. Most employers in Hartford, Stamford, and New Haven look for a high school diploma at minimum, with an associate or bachelor's degree in business administration preferred. Earning a credential such as the Certified Administrative Professional designation strengthens a candidate's profile considerably for competitive roles at law firms, insurance carriers, and hospital systems.

How much do administrative assistants make in Connecticut?

Administrative assistants in Connecticut earn a median of about $82,520 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,880 for the lowest 10% to over $119,030 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire administrative assistants in Connecticut?

Connecticut administrative assistant roles are posted by Yale University, Pratt & Whitney, and Hartford HealthCare and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Connecticut's dense concentration of insurance headquarters, financial services firms, and large healthcare networks means consistent administrative hiring throughout the year across both corporate and clinical settings.

Which Connecticut cities have the most administrative assistant jobs?

New Haven, Hartford, and Canton have the most administrative assistant openings in Connecticut. Hartford anchors the market as the state capital and home to major insurance and healthcare employers, while Stamford draws demand from financial services and corporate headquarters in Fairfield County, and New Haven benefits from Yale University, Yale New Haven Health, and a growing biotech sector that supports significant administrative staffing needs.

Are there remote administrative assistant jobs in Connecticut?

Yes, and more than many support roles. About 26% of administrative assistant openings tied to Connecticut are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the desk-based nature of much of the work. Tasks like calendar management, correspondence, data entry, and report preparation translate well to remote settings, and Connecticut's financial services and insurance sectors have been particularly active in offering hybrid arrangements for experienced administrative professionals.

How can I get hired as a administrative assistant in Connecticut with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for receptionist, office coordinator, or administrative aide roles, which large Connecticut employers like Yale New Haven Health, Hartford HealthCare, and state government agencies regularly post for candidates without prior office experience. Community colleges such as Manchester Community College and Naugatuck Valley Community College offer administrative professional programs that provide practical skills employers recognize. A completed associate degree or a Microsoft Office certification gives applicants a clear edge when competing for these entry-level openings.

Where can I find and apply to administrative assistant jobs in Connecticut?

You can find and apply to administrative assistant jobs in Connecticut on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across Hartford, Stamford, New Haven, and surrounding areas. Search the available roles, find the positions that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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