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Counter and Rental Clerk

Operational-level

Also known as: Airplane Charter Clerk, Apartment Rental Clerk, Apparel Rental Clerk, Auto Rental Clerk

Sales, Marketing & CommsBachelor's Degree

Job Description

Receive orders, generally in person, for repairs, rentals, and services. May describe available options, compute cost, and accept payment.
Rental ServicesCustomer ServiceSales OperationsRetail OperationsBusiness AdministrationCommunication StudiesFinanceMarketingSalesRetail

Skills employers are looking for in 2027

Software and technologies flagged by O*NET as Hot or In-Demand for this role.

Hot technologies
Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordOracle Database
In-demand software
Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft Outlook

Job Outlook 2025-2035

Projected growth

+3%

US average: +3.5%

Job openings

46,100

per year (US)

Jobs today

409,400

in 2025 → 421,900 (2035)

Typical entry education

No formal educational credential

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections; O*NET Bright Outlook.

Work Environment

How this work is typically performed, based on O*NET work context data.

Email & digital communication
High
Working in a team
High
Contact with others
High
Freedom to make decisions
High
Time pressure
Moderate
Time spent sitting
Moderate
Working outdoors
Moderate
Indoor, climate-controlled
High
Dealing with customers
High
Level of competition
Moderate

Source: O*NET Work Context (v31.0)

Future Perspective

Stable Job Market

This field maintains steady employment levels with consistent demand. Job opportunities remain available with moderate competition.

Impact of AI on this Job

AI will likely streamline administrative tasks such as inventory management, automated booking systems, and preliminary customer inquiries through chatbots. While direct human interaction for complex issues or sales will remain, AI tools could free up clerks to focus on more value-added services or detailed customer support.

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Salary

$41,300

Median annual wage, BLS 2025

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum educational requirement for this position

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