A senior clerk works in an office environment, and typically assists in overseeing and training of other clerks. Her role involves overall organization of business documents.
Education
Most of these occupations require a high school diploma or GED.
Skills
Most employers require strong organization skills and computer-software knowledge to enter information into computer systems. Some organizations may require typing speeds of at least 30 words per minute, and may test candidates for speed and accuracy.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include training and assisting other clerical staff, as well as assigned filing and data-entry tasks to organize business documents. In many cases, others tasks are assigned as needed, such as copying, printing and mailing to meet business deadlines.
Occupational Outlook
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported office clerical occupations are expected to grow 13 percent from 2006 through 2016 due to the expansion of office automation and the need for support staff to accomplish clerical tasks using automated technologies.
Average Salary
In 2008, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported average salaries between $21,890 and $26,590 per year.
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