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Receptionist and Information Clerk

Operational-level

Also known as: Appointment Clerk, Appointment Scheduler, Appointment Setter, Automobile Club Information Clerk (Auto Club Info Clerk)

Human Resources & ConsultingBachelor's Degree

Job Description

Answer inquiries and provide information to the general public, customers, visitors, and other interested parties regarding activities conducted at establishment and location of departments, offices, and employees within the organization.
Front Desk OperationsInformation ServicesCustomer ServiceOffice AdministrationHuman ResourcesBusiness AdministrationCommunicationsOperations

Skills employers are looking for in 2027

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

In-demand software
Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft Word

Job Outlook 2025-2035

Bright Outlook

O*NET flags this career as a Bright Outlook occupation: has a large number of job openings.

Projected growth

-1.7%

US average: +3.5%

Job openings

105,100

per year (US)

Jobs today

947,500

in 2025 → 931,600 (2035)

Typical entry education

High school diploma or equivalent

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections; O*NET Bright Outlook. Read the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook

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
High
Working outdoors
Low
Indoor, climate-controlled
High
Dealing with customers
High
Level of competition
Low

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.

Career ladder

Often before this role

  • Agent de service client
  • Employé de bureau
  • Assistant administratif (entrée de gamme)

Where it can lead

  • Gestionnaire de bureau
  • Assistant exécutif
  • Assistant RH

Impact of AI on this Job

In the next 5-10 years, AI will automate many routine tasks for receptionists and information clerks, such as answering FAQs and scheduling, potentially reducing the number of purely administrative roles. Human receptionists will increasingly focus on complex problem-solving, empathetic customer interactions, and managing AI systems, elevating the importance of soft skills and technological fluency.