Word Processors and Typists
Use word processor, computer or typewriter to type letters, reports, forms, or other material from rough draft, corrected copy, or voice recording. May perform other clerical duties as assigned.
Education & Training
Percentage of workers at each education and training level
Education Level
Prior Experience Needed
Work experience required to enter this job
Training Provided After Hiring
How long it typically takes to learn on the job
How AI Impacts Each Task
20 tasks analyzed
Perform other clerical duties such as answering telephone, sorting and distributing mail, running errands or sending faxes.
Check completed work for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and format.
File and store completed documents on computer hard drive or disk, or maintain a computer filing system to store, retrieve, update and delete documents.
Print and make copies of work.
Transmit work electronically to other locations.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perform other clerical duties such as answering telephone, sorting and distributing mail, running errands or sending faxes. | - | - | - |
| Check completed work for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and format. | - | - | - |
| File and store completed documents on computer hard drive or disk, or maintain a computer filing system to store, retrieve, update and delete documents. | - | - | - |
| Print and make copies of work. | - | - | - |
| Transmit work electronically to other locations. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
Traits that are hard for AI to replicate
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$47,850
per year
Mean Wage
$49,730
per year
Employment
36K
workers
Wage Range
$35,300 - $64,370
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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