Word Processors & Typists
Also called:
Secretary, Clerk Typist, Administrative Assistant, Program Assistant
see titles from the Army or Marine Corps.
Chaplain Assistant
Administrative Specialist
What they do:
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.
On the job, you would:
- Check completed work for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and format.
- Perform other clerical duties such as answering telephone, sorting and distributing mail, running errands or sending faxes.
- Gather, register, and arrange the material to be typed, following instructions.
Business
- administrative services
- customer service
Arts and Humanities
Engineering and Technology
- computers and electronics
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Basic Skills
- listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
- reading work related information
Social
- changing what is done based on other people's actions
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Verbal
- read and understand what is written
- listen and understand what people say
Attention
- pay attention to something without being distracted
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People interested in this work like activities that include
data, detail, and regular routines.
They do well at jobs that need:
- Attention to Detail
- Integrity
- Dependability
- Cooperation
- Concern for Others
- Self Control
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Examples of the technology used in this career will be available soon.
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high school diploma or
some college
usually needed
Get started on your career:
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New job opportunities are less likely in the future.
$34,260
per year, on average
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You might like a career in one of these industries:
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In the military:
see titles from the Army or Marine Corps.
