Career overview
Word Processors and Typists
O*NET-SOC 43-9022.00
Median pay / yr$47,850
OutlookBelow Average
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.
What it takes
The skills, knowledge, and credentials employers look for in Word Processors and Typists.
Skills employers look for
- Reading ComprehensionUnderstanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
- Active ListeningGiving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- WritingCommunicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
- MonitoringMonitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
- SpeakingTalking to others to convey information effectively.
Knowledge areas
- AdministrativeKnowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology.
- English LanguageKnowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.
- Customer and Personal ServiceKnowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
- Computers and ElectronicsKnowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
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