Word Processors and Typists
SOC Code: 43-9022 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Use word processor, computer, or typewriter to type letters, reports, forms, or other material from rough draft, corrected copy, or voice recording. May perform other clerical duties as assigned.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Word Processors and Typists. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $39,062 | $49,982 | $60,902 | $71,822 |
| Rockford, IL | $38,646 | $49,587 | $60,528 | $71,469 |
| Kankakee, IL | $38,584 | $49,483 | $60,403 | $71,302 |
| Michigan City-La Porte, IN | $38,418 | $49,234 | $60,029 | $70,845 |
| Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN | $37,773 | $48,693 | $59,592 | $70,512 |
| Northern Indiana nonmetropolitan area | $37,149 | $48,069 | $59,010 | $69,930 |
| Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $37,710 | $48,402 | $59,072 | $69,763 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $39,624 | $49,566 | $59,488 | $69,430 |
| Bloomington, IL | $36,795 | $47,570 | $58,344 | $69,118 |
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $36,795 | $47,570 | $58,344 | $69,118 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | 3.5 | |
| Active Listening | 3.2 | |
| Writing | 3.2 | |
| Monitoring | 3.0 | |
| Time Management | 3.0 | |
| Speaking | 3.0 | |
| Service Orientation | 2.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 2.8 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 2.6 | |
| Coordination | 2.6 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Administrative | 4.8 |
| English Language | 4.3 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.2 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.5 |
| Law and Government | 2.6 |
| Administration and Management | 2.4 |
| Mathematics | 2.2 |
| Communications and Media | 2.1 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 49.6% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 45.5% |
| Associate's degree | 3.0% |
| Less than high school | 2.0% |
Typical Tasks
- Check completed work for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and format.
- Perform other clerical duties, such as answering telephone, sorting and distributing mail, running errands or sending faxes.
- Gather, register, and arrange the material to be typed, following instructions.
- Type correspondence, reports, text and other written material from rough drafts, corrected copies, voice recordings, dictation, or previous versions, using a computer, word processor, or typewriter.
- File and store completed documents on computer hard drive or disk, or maintain a computer filing system to store, retrieve, update, and delete documents.
- Print and make copies of work.
- Keep records of work performed.
- Compute and verify totals on report forms, requisitions, or bills, using adding machine or calculator.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Adobe Acrobat Google Workspace software Intuit QuickBooks Microsoft Access Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft SharePoint Microsoft Visio Microsoft Word Oracle PeopleSoft SAP software Act! Blackbaud CRM
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