Typist Jobs in Lockport, NY

A Typist in the admin industry plays a pivotal role in ensuring effective communication and smooth operations within the organization. Their primary responsibilities include typing various documents, transcribing audio files, updating databases, and maintaining electronic filing systems. This role often requires high attention to detail, excellent typing speed and accuracy, and proficiency in using different office equipment and software like Microsoft Office Suite, data management systems, and transcription software.

Strong organizational skills, good written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure are crucial for a successful Typist. While formal education or degrees are not typically required, a high school diploma along with relevant certifications such as a Certified Professional Secretary (CPS) or Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) can boost employability. Prior experience in roles such as an Administrative Assistant, Data Entry Clerk, or Office Clerk can provide valuable experience and skills required for a Typist position.

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Clerk Typist RPT - Franklin Elementary School

  • Buffalo, NY (21 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Buffalo, NY (21 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Application Deadline:06/26/2025 Civil Service Title: Clerk Typist...

Clinical Documentation Specialist

  • Buffalo, NY (21 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Buffalo, NY (21 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Clinical Documentation Specialist** **Location:** **Larkin Bldg @ Exchange Street** **Location of Job** **: US:NY:Buffalo** **Work Type** **: Full-Time** **Shift 1** **Job Description** **The...

Principal Clerk Typist 0625-0007 (88-279)

  • West Seneca, NY (20 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Seneca, NY (20 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Job Opening Information Principal Clerk Typist 0625-0007 (88-279) Job Number 0625-0007 (88-279) Application Deadline 6/20/2025 Position Start Date 7/1/2025 Position Title Principal Clerk Typist 0625...

Account Clerk Typist

  • Clarence, NY (12 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Clarence, NY (12 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Account Clerk Typist Clarence CSD 9625 Main St Clarence, NY 14031 Classified - Position - Account Clerk Typist - competitive Job Number ......

Typist - PS 048 at Martin Luther King Cultural Institute - Lateral RB# 24-444

  • Buffalo, NY (21 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (21 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 3 days ago

The City of Buffalo Civil Service does require tribal enrollment or community recognition as a Native American) POSITION: Typist / Lateral SALARY: $40,702 - $46,255 LOCATION: PS 048 at Martin Luther...

Provisional Clerk Typist (Guidance office) 10.5 Months

  • Grand Island, NY (16 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Grand Island, NY (16 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Provisional Clerk Typist (Guidance office) 10.5 Months Grand Island CSD 1100 Ransom Road Grand Island, NY 14072 Classified - Position - Clerk Typist - competitive Job Number ......

Provisional Senior Clerk Typist

  • Sloan, NY (19 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sloan, NY (19 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Provisional Senior Clerk Typist Location:John F....

Senior Clerk Typist - Provisional - Student Services

  • East Amherst, NY (8 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • East Amherst, NY (8 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Clerk Typist position or will be hired provisionally and be required to take the next scheduled Sr. Clerk Typist test and be reachable on that list....

Typist - PS 048 at Martin Luther King Cultural Institute - Provisional RB# 24-444

  • Buffalo, NY (21 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (21 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 6 days ago

The City of Buffalo Civil Service does require tribal enrollment or community recognition as a Native American) POSITION : Typist / Lateral SALARY : $40,702 - $46,255 LOCATION : PS 048 at Martin Luther...

Clerical I, Clerk, Typist

  • Lockport, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Lockport, NY
  • 6 days ago

Clerical I, Clerk, Typist. $21.59 - $24/hour. Applications are accepted on a continuous recruitment basis and the written exam will be offered in August and February each year....

Clerical II/Senior Typist

  • Lockport, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Lockport, NY
  • 6 days ago

Clerical II/Senior Typist. $22.26 - $24.79/hour. Applications are accepted on a continuous recruitment basis and the written exam will be offered in August and February each year....

Senior Clerk Typist 0625-0003

  • West Seneca, NY (20 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • West Seneca, NY (20 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Qualifications: Minimum Civil Service Qualifications: Must hold permanent status as a Senior Clerk Typist; OR; Must be reachable on current Senior Clerk Typist civil service list; OR; Must meet minimum...

Provisional Senior Clerk Typist (VCMS Guidance Office)

  • Grand Island, NY (16 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • Grand Island, NY (16 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 11 days ago

Provisional Senior Clerk Typist (VCMS Guidance Office) Grand Island CSD 1100 Ransom Road Grand Island, NY 14072 Classified - Position - Senior Typist (Senior Clerk Typist) - competitive Job Number ....

Senior Clerk Typist

  • Buffalo, NY (21 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 13 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (21 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 13 days ago

Senior Clerk Typist Exam Type Notice of Vacancy Department Social Services Job Category Clerical and Administrative Support Location Category Buffalo Location 95 Franklin Street Posting Date May 21,...

Clerk Typist - Schools

  • Amherst, NY (12 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Amherst, NY (12 miles from Lockport, NY)
  • 16 days ago

Clerk Typist - Schools Sweet Home CSD 1901 Sweet Home Road Amherst, NY 14228 Classified - Position - Clerk Typist - competitive Job Number ......

Demographic Data for Lockport, NY

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Salary for Typist Jobs in Lockport, NY

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Highest Education Level

Typists in Lockport, NY offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
28.6%
High School or GED
24.9%
Associate's Degree
20.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.9%
Master's Degree
6.6%
Some College
3.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Typists in Lockport, NY
Less than 1 year
48.5%
1-2 years
28.1%
4-6 years
13.2%
2-4 years
6.0%
None
4.0%
10+ years
0.2%


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