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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Account Clerk Typist FT - Administration Building/Business Office

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

Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (7.5 hours per day, 37.5 hours per week) - Core Schedule IF APPOINTED PROVISIONALLY, THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT MUST BE QUALIFIED TO TAKE THE CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION...

Typist (p/t) Teacher Aide (p/t)

  • Ballston Lake, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Ballston Lake, NY
  • 2 days ago

The class of Typist is comparable to the class of Clerk, but the work also requires the substantial use of a typewriter or word processing equipment in the performance of daily tasks....

Dairy Data Processor (New Berlin, NY)

  • New Berlin, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New Berlin, NY
  • 3 days ago

Summary The Dairy Data Processor is responsible for collecting and verifying data related to raw milk, cream and ultra filtered milk, utilizing tools to analyze trends and prepare reports. This...

Temporary Senior Clerk Typist

  • Grand Island, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Grand Island, NY
  • 3 days ago

Temporary Senior Clerk Typist Grand Island CSD 1100 Ransom Road Grand Island, NY 14072 Classified - Position - Senior Typist (Senior Clerk Typist) - competitive Job Number ... Start Date Open Date...

Mortgage Document Specialist

  • Williamsville, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Williamsville, NY
  • 3 days ago

Develop, implement and execute various operational risk/compliance-related initiatives at the business line level, to include production of materials for both internal and external exams,...

Dairy Data Processor

  • New Berlin, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New Berlin, NY
  • 3 days ago

Summary The Dairy Data Processor is responsible for collecting and verifying data related to raw milk, cream and ultra filtered milk, utilizing tools to analyze trends and prepare reports. This...

Documentation Specialist II

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

Are you a proactive individual with a strong control mindset and excellent communication skills? Join our Chief Investment Office (CIO) Legal team as an Associate, where you will play a crucial...

Clerk Typist - Attendance Office

  • Horseheads, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Horseheads, NY
  • 3 days ago

Horseheads Central School District Seeking Clerk Typist Office: Attendance Office Job ID: HSDN... Job Type: Full Time (10 Month) Salary/Pay Rate: $16.33 (Hourly Wage) Job Description: 10-month...

Account Clerk Typist -- Provisional

  • Clarence, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Clarence, NY
  • 3 days ago

Account Clerk Typist -- Provisional Clarence CSD 9625 Main St Clarence, NY 14031 Classified - Position - Account Clerk Typist - competitive Job Number ... Start Date Open Date 06/26/2025 Closing...

Clerk Typist -- Part-time

  • Clarence, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Clarence, NY
  • 3 days ago

Clerk Typist -- Part-time Clarence CSD 9625 Main St Clarence, NY 14031 Classified - Position - Clerk Typist - non - competitive Job Number ... Start Date Open Date 06/26/2025 Closing Date...

Legal Clerk- Typist

  • Batavia, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Batavia, NY
  • 4 days ago

Employees in this class may be assigned to work on word processing equipment to produce acceptable copy by manipulating an alphanumeric keyboard and reviewing information on a display screen....

Temporary Clerk Typist

  • West Seneca, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • West Seneca, NY
  • 4 days ago

Seeking a Temporary Clerk Typist @ West Administration- Special Education Department through 10/31/25 Approximate hours: 8:00 am - 3:30 pm Monday-Friday Performs a variety of office support tasks,...

Clerk Typist

  • Hamburg, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Hamburg, NY
  • 4 days ago

Clerk Typist 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars Hamburg, NY JOB GOAL: To perform standard clerical and typing tasks that contribute to the efficient and effective operation of a school or district office....

Typist

  • Walworth, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Walworth, NY
  • 4 days ago

support for the Richard Mann Elementary School....

Senior Account Clerk-Typist - Accounts Payable (CSEA)

  • Canandaigua, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Canandaigua, NY
  • 5 days ago

This Civil Service position is located in the Accounts Payable department and plays a key role in processing financial transactions and supporting the colleges fiscal operations You must apply...

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Salary for Word Processor Jobs in New York

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Word Processors in New York 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 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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