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Job Description


	Perform duties too varied and diverse to be classified in any specific office clerical occupation, requiring knowledge of office systems and procedures. Clerical duties may be assigned in accordance with the office procedures of individual establishments and may include a combination of answering telephones, bookkeeping, typing or word processing, stenography, office machine operation, and filing.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful in these occupations, but usually is not needed. For example, a drywall installer might benefit from experience installing drywall, but an inexperienced person could still learn to be an installer with little difficulty.

	Education: These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work. In some cases, an associate's or bachelor's degree could be needed.

	Training: Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees.

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Significant Points


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	Office Clerks, General

Employment growth and high replacement needs in this large occupation will result in numerous job openings. Prospects should be best for those with knowledge of basic computer applications and office machinery. Part-time and temporary positions are common.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Office Clerks, General
Local Government (excluding schools and hospitals)	191,580
Employment Services	158,330
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools	149,620
Elementary and Secondary Schools	113,420
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals	92,440
Offices of Physicians	82,020
State Government (excluding schools and hospitals)	74,920
Building Equipment Contractors	54,840
Management of Companies and Enterprises	51,320
Agencies, Brokerages, and Other Insurance Related Activities	50,370

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