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 position is responsible for designing, delivering, and evaluating training programs to equip customer service representatives and department members with the necessary skills and knowledge to...

Substitute Clerk Typist

  • Hamburg, NY
  • 4 hours ago
  • Hamburg, NY
  • 4 hours ago

Job Opening Information Substitute Clerk Typist Application Deadline 4/4/2025 Position Start Date 4/15/2025 Position Title Substitute Clerk Typist Required Application Type School Related...

Senior Clerk Typist - High School

  • Amherst, NY
  • 4 hours ago
  • Amherst, NY
  • 4 hours ago

Job Opening Information Senior Clerk Typist - High School Job Number 03212025HS Application Deadline 4/4/2025 Position Title Senior Clerk Typist - High School Required Application Type School...

Clerk Typist- Provisional

  • West Seneca, NY
  • 4 hours ago
  • West Seneca, NY
  • 4 hours ago

Job Opening Information Clerk Typist- Provisional Application Deadline 4/1/2025 Position Title Clerk Typist- Provisional Required Application Type School Related Personnel Salary/Pay Scale $17.81...

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

Legal Document Specialist

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

Legal Document Specialist TUFAMERICA, INC. New York Key ResponsibilitiesDocument Preparation & Organization: Compile, format, and manage legal documents for use in litigation, ensuring accuracy...

Appellate Law Typist

  • Albany, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 1 day ago

The duties will include, butare not limited to, reviewing and processing motions, correspondence and vouchers and responding to inquiries from the public.Handing down motion decisions and orders, word...

Provisional Senior Clerk Typist

  • Cheektowaga, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Cheektowaga, NY
  • 1 day ago

Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES Provisional Senior Clerk Typist in Cheektowaga , New York Provisional Senior Clerk Typist Cleveland Hill UFSD 105 Mapleview Rd Cheektowaga, NY 14225 Classified...

Clerk Typist- Provisional

  • West Seneca, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • West Seneca, NY
  • 1 day ago

Clerk Typist- Provisional 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars West Seneca, NY (2) Clerk Typist- Provisional @ West Administration- Special Education Department (1) Approximate hours: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm (1)...

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

Substitute Typist Clerk

  • Garden City, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Garden City, NY
  • 1 day ago

Substitute Typist Clerk JobID: 1974 Position Type: Substitute - Classified/TYPIST CLERK SUB Date Posted: 3/21/2025 Location: Multiple Locations Closing Date: 04/01/2025 Additional Information:...

Clinical Documentation Specialist - FT - Day Shift

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 2 days ago

Post Clinical Documentation Specialist - FT - Day Shift Job Category: Professional Requisition Number: CLINI003406 Posting Details Posted: March 20, 2025 Full-Time On-site Locations Showing 1...

Appellate Law Typist

  • Albany, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 2 days ago

Appellate Law Typists work with substantial independence and are responsible for providing accurate and high speed legal typing and other related clerical services to justices, administrators, and...

Principal Appellate Office Typist

  • Albany, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 2 days ago

Principal Appellate Office Typists work with substantial independence and are primarily responsible for supervising Senior Appellate Office Assistants and Typists who work in clerical units, such...

Substitute Typist

  • NY
  • 2 days ago
  • NY
  • 2 days ago

Overview: 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...

Demographic Data for New York

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Word Processor Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Word Processor Jobs in New York

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Word Processor positions.



Highest Education Level

Word Processors in New York offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
28.5%
High School or GED
25.0%
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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