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.
About the profession
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.
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Occupation on screen: Word Processors and Typists (O*NET 43-9022.00). Closed captions in English and Spanish. CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration)
Personality Fit
Based on the Word Processors and Typists role, here are the RIASEC personality types that tend to thrive in this career. While these alignments are common, individual success depends on motivation, skill development, and finding the right work environment.
Enterprising
Leading, persuading, business
Artistic
Creative, expressive, original thinking
Social
Helping, teaching, working with people
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Career Path
Your career progression roadmap with salary growth at each level
Career Ladder
Trainee Word Processors and Typist → Technician Word Processors and Typist → Senior Technician Word Processors and Typist → Lead Technician Word Processors and Typist
Where are you on this career path?
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Salary Growth
4
Levels
$62K
Top Salary
8+
Years
Learning Path
Skills you need to develop and courses to get there
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Timeline: 0-2 | Entry Level Base: $33,160 - $40,440/year With equity/bonuses: $36,476 - $48,528 Top markets (SF/NYC): $38,134 - $48,528 Execute core tasks using Reading…
Skills used in this career
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Day in Life
Junior vs Senior, daily schedule breakdown
9am, Perform other clerical duties, such as answering telephone, sorting and distributing mail, running errands or sending faxes.
Income Dynamics
Conservative and aggressive scenarios for 10–15 years
Year 1: Entry level $23,212 - $36,396 Year 2-3: Junior level $40,440 - $45,334 Year 4-6: Mid level $45,334 - $49,152 Year 7-10: Senior level $49,152 - $57,750 Year 10+:…
Is this for me?
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You find the craft of a Word Processors and Typist genuinely interesting, not just a paycheck You enjoy working with Reading Comprehension and Active Listening You communicate…
💰 Salary Range
BLS OEWS, May 2023Half of U.S. workers in this occupation earn more than this, half earn less.
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