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Word Processors and Typists

On the Job

Word Processors and Typists use word processors, computers, or typewriters to type letters, reports, forms, or other material. They may perform other clerical tasks.

Physical Demands

This career requires good eyesight.

Typical Work Tasks

People who work in this career often:

Enter information into databases or software programs.
Format digital documents, data, or images.
Operate computers or computerized equipment.
Type documents.
Maintain operational records.
Prepare research or technical reports.
Record information from meetings or other formal proceedings.
Transcribe spoken or written information.
Compile data or documentation.
Sort mail.

Typical Working Conditions

Having telephone conversations.
Sitting.
The importance of being accurate or exact.
Dealing with external customers.
Working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions.
Meeting strict deadlines.
Freedom to make decisions without supervision.

This page includes information from the O*NET 24.2 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA.

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Word Processors and Typists

On the Job

Physical Demands

Typical Work Tasks

Typical Working Conditions