Also known as: Admissions Evaluator, Attendance Clerk, Auction Assistant, Clerical Investigator
Human Resources & ConsultingBachelor's Degree
Job Description
As an Information and Record Clerk, you'll be the backbone of an organization's filing and data systems. Day-to-day, you'll organize, update, and retrieve physical and digital records, ensuring information is accurate and accessible for colleagues and clients. You might work in a healthcare setting, a law office, or a general business, using computers, specialized databases, and traditional filing systems. This role is ideal if you are detail-oriented, enjoy precision, and have strong organizational skills.
Records ManagementInformation ManagementHR AdministrationData EntryDocument ControlBusiness AdministrationOffice ManagementCustomer ServiceOperations
This career is projected to have stable employment through 2035, with about 15,000 job openings available each year. The median annual wage for this role is $49,500. With experience, you can advance into specialized roles in document management or administrative coordination.
Career ladder
Often before this role
Office Clerk
Administrative Assistant
Data Entry Clerk
Information and Record Clerk
Where it can lead
Records Manager
Information Specialist
Administrative Services Coordinator
Impact of AI on this Job
AI will significantly impact this career by automating routine tasks such as data entry, document classification, and information retrieval. Clerks will need to adapt by focusing on supervising AI systems, managing exceptions, and handling more complex information requests or client interactions. The role will likely shift towards oversight and strategic information management rather than manual processing.