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Office Technician / Typist

Clerical and Administrative
Clerical Workers
Office Technician / Typist

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.

At a Glance

Office Technician / Typist earns an average of $37,933/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 1.8–2.1 years. Top skills: Communication, Typing Certification, Typing.

Avg Annual Salary

$37,933/yr

Typical Education

High school or GED

Experience

1.8–2.1 years

Job Postings

31

Parent Occupation (O*NET)

Word Processors and Typists

Median Wage

$47,850/yr

Growth (2024-34)

-36.1%

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Skills & Requirements

Specialized Skills (14)

Quick Response Manufacturing

4.8

5ESS Switching System

4.8

Resource Management

4.8

Warehousing

4.7

Disinfecting

4.7

Office Procedures

4.7

Proofreading

4.7

Outside Plant

4.6

Selling Techniques

4.5

New Product Development

4.5

Travel Arrangements

4.4

Microsoft Windows 10

4.4

Electrical Wiring

4.4

Common Skills (14)

Communication

5.0

Typing

5.0

Clerical Works

4.9

Problem Solving

4.9

Detail Oriented

4.9

Training And Development

4.9

Tactfulness

4.8

Management

4.8

Filing

4.8

Ability To Meet Deadlines

4.6

Scheduling

4.6

Coordinating

4.5

Diplomacy

4.5

Certifications (2)

Typing Certification

5.0

CompTIA A+

4.5

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