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File Clerk

Operational-level

Also known as: Admissions Clerk, Blueprint Clerk, Brand Recorder, Card Filer

Human Resources & ConsultingBachelor's Degree

Job Description

File correspondence, cards, invoices, receipts, and other records in alphabetical or numerical order or according to the filing system used. Locate and remove material from file when requested.
Records ManagementDocument ManagementOffice AdministrationClerical SupportHuman ResourcesBusiness AdministrationInformation ManagementCustomer ServiceOperations

Skills employers are looking for in 2027

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

Hot technologies
Adobe AcrobatIntuit QuickBooksMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft SharePointMicrosoft WindowsMicrosoft Word
In-demand software
Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft Word

Future Perspective

Declining Job Market

This field is experiencing contraction with decreasing job opportunities. Consider developing skills in related growing fields.

Impact of AI on this Job

AI is poised to dramatically reduce the demand for file clerks by automating core tasks like sorting, indexing, and retrieving both digital and physical documents. Over the next 5-10 years, most companies will leverage AI and robotic process automation, leading to a significant phasing out of traditional file clerk roles as these functions become highly automated.

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Salary

$28,888 - $57,777 per year

Estimated for US-wide average

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum educational requirement for this position

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