Office clerks, general
SOC Code: 43-9061Also known as:
Administration Clerk, Administrative Clerk (Admin Clerk), Administrative Support Specialist, Administrative Technician (Admin Tech), Agent-Licensing Clerk
Median Annual Salary
$43,630
-6.7% growth (2024-2034)
282K
Openings/Year
2.6M
Current Jobs
What Office clerks, general Do
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, office machine operation, and filing.
💰 Salary
$43,630
Median annual wage (2024)
📈 Job Growth
-6.7%
Decline
🎓 Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Typical entry-level requirement
🚀 Annual Openings
282K
Projected average per year
📚 On-the-Job Training
Short-term on-the-job training
Expected training period
Employment Projections (2024-2034)
Current Employment (2024)
2,646,000
Projected Employment (2034)
2,468,200
Related Careers
Administrative services managers
$108,390 •
+4.6% growth
File clerks
$41,270 •
-15.9% growth
Receptionists and information clerks
$37,230 •
+0.0% growth
Medical secretaries and administrative assistants
$44,640 •
+4.2% growth
Secretaries and administrative assistants, except legal, medical, and executive
$46,290 •
-1.6% growth
Top Skills Required
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Speaking
Writing
Critical Thinking
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
- Operate office machines, such as photocopiers and scanners, facsimile machines, voice mail systems, and personal computers.
- Answer telephones, direct calls, and take messages.
- Communicate with customers, employees, and other individuals to answer questions, disseminate or explain information, take orders, and address complaints.
- Maintain and update filing, inventory, mailing, and database systems, either manually or using a computer.
- Compile, copy, sort, and file records of office activities, business transactions, and other activities.
- Review files, records, and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.
- Open, sort, and route incoming mail, answer correspondence, and prepare outgoing mail.
- Compute, record, and proofread data and other information, such as records or reports.
- Complete work schedules, manage calendars, and arrange appointments.
- Type, format, proofread, and edit correspondence and other documents, from notes or dictating machines, using computers or typewriters.
Technology & Tools
📚 Entry-Level Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Most common requirement
🎯 Recommended Education
High School Diploma
O*NET recommended level
Degree Programs for Office clerks, general
These degree programs can prepare you for a career as a office clerks, general:
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
1,543 degrees awarded •
116 colleges offer this program
Best Colleges for Becoming a Office clerks, general
Ranked by Repit grade, then by degrees in related programs. These are the top-rated colleges that prepare students to become office clerks, general.
| # | College | Location | Related Degrees | Repit Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bob Jones University | Greenville, SC | 15 | B |
| 2 | Diversified Vocational College | Los Angeles, CA | 97 | C+ |
| 3 | Panola College | Carthage, TX | 76 | C+ |
| 4 | Davis Technical College | Kaysville, UT | 45 | C+ |
| 5 | Eastern Arizona College | Thatcher, AZ | 29 | C+ |
| 6 | Spokane Community College | Spokane, WA | 14 | C+ |
| 7 | Pierce College District | Lakewood, WA | 12 | C+ |
| 8 | Gateway Technical College | Kenosha, WI | 10 | C+ |
| 9 | Midland College | Midland, TX | 10 | C+ |
| 10 | Milwaukee Area Technical College | Milwaukee, WI | 9 | C+ |
| 11 | Moraine Park Technical College | Fond du Lac, WI | 8 | C+ |
| 12 | Madison Area Technical College | Madison, WI | 7 | C+ |
| 13 | Everett Community College | Everett, WA | 7 | C+ |
| 14 | Northwood Technical College | Rice Lake, WI | 7 | C+ |
| 15 | Bellevue College | Bellevue, WA | 7 | C+ |
| 16 | Aims Community College | Greeley, CO | 6 | C+ |
| 17 | Northcentral Technical College | Wausau, WI | 6 | C+ |
| 18 | Kansas City Kansas Community College | Kansas City, KS | 5 | C+ |
| 19 | Southwest Texas Junior College | Uvalde, TX | 5 | C+ |
| 20 | Arkansas State University-Newport | Newport, AR | 5 | C+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do office clerks, general make?
The median annual salary for office clerks, general is $43,630.
What education do office clerks, general need?
Most office clerks, general positions require a high school diploma or equivalent.
Common degree programs include General Office Occupations and Clerical Services.
Is becoming a office clerks, general a good career choice?
Office clerks, general is projected to see -6.7% job growth from 2024 to 2034,
which reflects some decline in the field. With approximately 282,400 job openings expected annually,
there are good opportunities for those entering the field.
What are the best colleges for office clerks, general?
Top colleges for aspiring office clerks, general include
Bob Jones University, Diversified Vocational College, Panola College, Davis Technical College, Eastern Arizona College.
These schools are ranked based on their Repit grade and the number of graduates in related programs.
What other job titles are similar to office clerks, general?
Office clerks, general may also be known as: Administration Clerk, Administrative Clerk (Admin Clerk), Administrative Support Specialist, Administrative Technician (Admin Tech), Agent-Licensing Clerk, Animal Hospital Clerk, Animal Shelter Clerk, Attendance Clerk, Auction Assistant, Audit Control Clerk, Automobile Contract Clerk, Bilingual Office Assistant, Blood Bank Calendar Control Clerk, Blood Bank Credit Clerk, Blood Donor Unit Assistant, Board Attendant, Broadcast Checker, Call Center Specialist, Car Distributor, Chart Clerk.
These titles often refer to similar roles with varying responsibilities or specializations.