File clerks organise and maintain paper and electronic records. They collect and enter data, file documents, and retrieve records for staff or customers. File clerks responsible for digital records also scan and upload documents, while they may also be required to perform additional clerical tasks like answering phones and sorting the mail.
40hweek
Full Time
Standard business hours
Most file clerks work full time in an office environment. Part-time work typically is offered during normal office hours, but some evening or weekend scheduling is possible.
Work may include long periods of sitting at a computer or standing at a copier or scanner. Tasks can be repetitive. File clerks with multiple duties in busy offices may experience stress.
$21k
$32k
$50k
Annual salary estimates are based on percentile wage data collected through the Occupational Employment Statistics (OES) survey of US workers.
High school
DVM / VMD degree
4weeks
Most file clerk jobs require a high school diploma or equivalent. You will receive on-the-job training that typically lasts less than a month. Classes in word processing and spreadsheet software will help make your job easier. Additional coursework also makes you a more desirable candidate to prospective employers.
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While several clerical tasks have been automated, many companies still require file clerks to maintain both digital and paper records. Experience as a file clerk can allow you to transition to higher-level positions such as administrative assistant. Additional education opens the door to more lucrative roles in related fields, such as bookkeeper, medical records technician and human resources specialist.