Word Processor Jobs in New York

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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This is a competitive provisional civil service position that involves responsibility for performing complex information processing activities often involving the utilization of word processing and...

Medical Transcriptionist - Administrative

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

M-F 9a-5p. 11 wk assignment covering FTE LOA. HS diploma/GED (R). 6 months exp as medical transcriber (P). Knowledge of medical terminology (R). Excellent spelling and grammar (R). Type minimum of...

Licensed Court Reporter/Transcriber

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Licensed Court Reporter/Transcriber compensation: $100/hr Licensed court reporter/transcriber needed for Zoom/virtual deposition recording. Will take place between 2-6 days in mid-May. Each...

Typist, LTHT

  • New Paltz, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New Paltz, NY
  • 3 days ago

, reports, statistical reports, index cards, envelopes and similar materials; May utilize electronic data processing equipment in the course of carrying out various clerical duties; May transcribe Dictaphone...

Typist (Counseling Center)

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

Job Responsibilities The position provides high-level clerical support to the school counselor office at the high school level, responsibilities may include: + Greet and support student, staff and visitors...

Clinical Documentation Specialist - Full Time - Days

  • Utica, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Utica, NY
  • 4 days ago

The Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI) Specialist I serves as a vital liaison between healthcare providers, coding professionals, and quality teams. This role requires expertise in medical...

Clinical Documentation Specialist

  • Potsdam, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Potsdam, NY
  • 4 days ago

SUMMARYThe CDS facilitates accurate documentation for severity of illness, expected risk of mortality, complexity of care and quality in the medical record. This involves extensive record review...

Principal Clerk Typist working as Senior Clerk Typist (Competitive) (6 positions)

  • East Amherst, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • East Amherst, NY
  • 5 days ago

6 positions available 35 hours per week Initial hours of assignment: various shifts 8:30am - 4:00pm (inclusive of 1/2 hour unpaid lunch) 8:00am - 3:30pm (inclusive of 1/2 hour unpaid lunch) 12...

Transcriptionist (FGP) Bilingual Russian Preferred - Medical Arts Pavilion (Brooklyn)

  • New York City, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 5 days ago

Ability to operate designated word processing dictation and transcription equipment and other equipment as specified. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision....

Account Clerk/Typist - Business Office

  • Victor, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Victor, NY
  • 6 days ago

Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/Typist Date Posted: 4/22/2025 Location: Business Department Closing Date: 05/06/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide Job Description Title: Account...

Typist Clerk - Provisional

  • Garden City, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • Garden City, NY
  • 7 days ago

processor. 13....

Report Processing Specialist II

  • New York, NY
  • 9 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 9 days ago

processing, photocopying, filing, scanning, meeting setup, etc....

Substitute Typist Clerk

  • Garden City, NY
  • 11 days ago
  • Garden City, NY
  • 11 days ago

Substitute Typist Clerk JobID: 1979 Position Type: Substitute - Classified/TYPIST CLERK SUB Date Posted: 4/16/2025 Location: Multiple Locations Closing Date: 06/15/2025 Additional Information:...

Substitute Typist

  • New York, NY
  • 14 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 14 days ago

Sullivan B.O.C.E.S. is seeking a Substitute Typist in Admin/Business Office.The Substitute Typist work is primarily of routine nature and involves the performance of standardized clerical and...

Clerical Worker

  • Liverpool, NY
  • 15 days ago
  • Liverpool, NY
  • 15 days ago

Clerical Worker PeopleReady of Syracuse, NY is now hiring Clerical Worker in Liverpool, NY! Apply today and you could start as soon as this week. As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:...

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Salary for Word Processor Jobs in New York

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Highest Education Level

Word Processors in New York offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
28.5%
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 New York
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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