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Office Clerks, General

Office & Admin ยท Perform duties too varied and diverse to be classified in any specific office clerical occupation, requiring knowledge of office systems and procedures

This profile is intended as career exploration guidance based on federal labor data. Actual job requirements, salaries, and opportunities vary by employer and location.

Entry Salary

$24โ€“30k

First 1โ€“2 years

Peak Salary

$50โ€“59k

10+ years experience

Job Outlook

-6.7% ยท Declining

Projected decline of -6.7% from 2024 to 2034; about 282 openings projected per year.

Time to Start

1โ€“2 years

College degree typical

Salary data sourced from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2024. Actual compensation varies by location, experience, employer, and specialization.

๐Ÿ“ˆ Career Ladder

1

Entry-Level General

$22โ€“27k0โ€“1 year
2

Office Clerks, General

$27โ€“36k1โ€“4 years
3

Experienced Office Clerks, General

$36โ€“43k3โ€“6 years
4

Senior Office Clerks, General

$43โ€“59k7โ€“12 years
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Director of Office & Admin

$59k+12+ years

๐ŸŽฏ Why You Match

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You prioritize Relationships

This career is strongly aligned with Relationships โ€” a core work value that shapes how people approach their career decisions.

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You're strong in Active Listening

Active Listening is a top skill for this career, and it plays to what students like you naturally do best.

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Good fit for your timeline

This career typically requires short-term training (less than 1 year), which matches common student preparation goals.

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