General Office Clerks -- Most general office clerk jobs are entry level administrative support positions, although previous office or business experience may be
required. The number of job openings is large due to the size of this occupation and high turnover. Rather than performing a single specialized task, the
duties of a general office clerk change with the needs of their employer. Some may spend their days filing or typing; others enter data at a computer terminal.
They also may operate photocopiers, fax machines, or other office equipment; prepare mailings; proofread copy; and answer telephones and deliver messages.
Job seekers who have computer word-processing skills and other secretarial skills, and knowledge of the operation of basic office machinery, such as fax
machines and copiers, should have the best opportunities.
