Word Processor Jobs in California

A Word Processor in the admin industry is pivotal for the creation, editing, and refining of documents including reports, memos, and correspondences. They are responsible for converting rough drafts, voice recordings, or raw data into a polished end product. They use various software programs for word processing, spreadsheets, and database management, ensuring all documents and reports accurately represent the organization's standards. Accuracy, attention to detail, speed, and a keen eye for formatting, grammar, punctuation, and spelling are crucial skills for this role.

Before becoming a Word Processor, one could have roles as an Administrative Assistant, a Data Entry Clerk, or a Typist. These positions help develop key skills such as touch typing, familiarity with software tools, and understanding of office procedures, which are critical for a Word Processor. Relevant certifications that can boost a Word Processor's credentials include Certified Administrative Professional (CAP), Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS), and certification in relevant software programs such as WordPerfect or Adobe Acrobat. This demonstrates proficiency in word processing and other administrative software.

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Typist Clerk I at Coyote Canyon Elementary (Outside and In House Posting)

  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Job Summary Job Summary Under general supervision, to perform a variety of clerical and general office work, including the use of a computer; to serve as office receptionist responding to routine...

Receptionist/Secretarial Assistant (Classified Position #1643)

  • Rocklin, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Rocklin, CA
  • 12 hours ago

About the Employer Welcome to Placer County Office of Education! Thank you for your interest in joining our PCOE family! We offer an incredible range of job opportunities, supporting programs and...

Family Resource Centers - Clerk Typist III - #328

  • Chula Vista, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Chula Vista, CA
  • 13 hours ago

Job Summary Job Summary Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of complex clerical work requiring specialized knowledge. Reads, Translates, and types technical and non-technical...

Are you ready to bring your advanced Health Information Management skills to a world-class facility recognized as one of the top ten in the United States? Do you have a passion for the highest...

Remote Contract Typist

  • Del Mar, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Del Mar, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Remote contract typist needed for our business. Please send resume, typing WPM and expected hourly rate to us via craigslist. Suitable candidates will be contacted.

Remote Work

Bilingual Typist Clerk I - Mandarin - CL25-26-060-I

  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 1 day ago

Bilingual Typist Clerk I - Mandarin - CL25-26-060-I About the Employer Here at Chino Valley Unified School District (CVUSD), our administrators, educators, support staff, and athletic coaches are...

Documentation Specialist (Manufacturing/Pharma/Medical Device)

  • Hercules, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Hercules, CA
  • 1 day ago

Documentation Specialist (Manufacturing/Pharma/Medical Device) TCWGlobal Hercules, CA Documentation Specialist (Manufacturing/Pharma/Medical Device) Hercules, CA ( *Local candidates only. Onsite)...

Typist Clerk II - CL24-25-256

  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 1 day ago

Typist Clerk II - CL24-25-256 About the Employer Here at Chino Valley Unified School District (CVUSD), our administrators, educators, support staff, and athletic coaches are part of an award...

Registered Nurse - Clinical Documentation Specialist - 8 Hour Days

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Are you ready to bring your advanced Health Information Management skills to a world-class facility recognized as one of the top ten in the United States? Do you have a passion for the highest...

Pharmacy Typist

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

Customer Experience Engages customers and patients by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services. Resolves customer issues and answers questions to ensure a positive customer...

Senior Document Controller

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or...

Documentation Specialist

  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago

To discuss more about this job opportunity, please reach out to Deepak Arya (LinkedIn URL - www.linkedin.com/in/deepak-arya-8a79aa22a/), email your updated resume at Email - .... Thank you! Pay...

IT Documentation Specialist

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago

Get to know Okta Okta is The Worlds Identity Company. We free everyone to safely use any technology, anywhere, on any device or app. Our flexible and neutral products, Okta Platform and Auth0...

Romanian Transcriber

  • Glendale, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Glendale, CA
  • 3 days ago

Location: Glendale, CA office (not remote) Status: Project-based Pay: $23.00 per hour Benefits: Flexible schedule Requirement: Read and type in Romanian With Productive Playhouse, native Romanian...

Transcriptionist

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities Position Summary: Under the direction of the Medical Director and the Laboratory Supervisors the Histology Technician is responsible for the preperation of histologic and...

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Word Processor Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Word Processor Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAdmin research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Word Processors in California 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 Word Processors in California
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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