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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.

Median salary (BLS)

$49,280

10th–90th percentile (BLS)

$37k – $65k

Job outlook

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Education

Typical entry: No degree required

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Typical progression

  1. Junior Word Processors and Typists

    Entry / Junior

    $36,810

    ~2 yrs to advance

  2. Word Processors and Typists

    Established

    $49,280

    ~3 yrs to advance

  3. Senior Word Processors and Typists

    Senior

    $57,215

Key skills

A typical day

  • 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.

Fields of study

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