Word Processing Operator

Use word processor, computer, or typewriter to type letters, reports, forms, or other material from rough draft, corrected copy, or voice recording. May perform other clerical duties as assigned.

O*NET reports this occupation under titles such as: Clerk Specialist; Clerk Typist; Keyboard Specialist; Stenographer; Typist; Word Processing Operator; Word Processing Specialist; Word Processor

Tasks

• File and store completed documents on computer hard drive or disk, or maintain a computer filing system to store, retrieve, update, and delete documents.
• Transmit work electronically to other locations.
• Perform other clerical duties, such as answering telephone, sorting and distributing mail, running errands or sending faxes.
• Electronically sort and compile text and numerical data, retrieving, updating, and merging documents as required.
• Check completed work for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and format.
• Print and make copies of work.
• Search for specific sets of stored, typed characters to make changes.
• Address envelopes or prepare envelope labels, using typewriter or computer.
• Collate pages of reports and other documents.
• Reformat documents, moving paragraphs or columns.
• Type correspondence, reports, text and other written material from rough drafts, corrected copies, voice recordings, dictation, or previous versions, using a computer, word processor, or typewriter.
• Keep records of work performed.
• Manage schedules and set dates, times, and locations for meetings and appointments.
• Adjust settings for format, page layout, line spacing, and other style requirements.
• Use data entry devices, such as optical scanners, to input data into computers for revision or editing.

Knowledge

• English Language
• Administrative
• Customer and Personal Service
• Computers and Electronics
• Law and Government
• Administration and Management

Skills

• Reading Comprehension
• Active Listening
• Writing
• Speaking
• Monitoring

Abilities

• Near Vision
• Written Comprehension
• Wrist-Finger Speed
• Oral Comprehension
• Written Expression
• Speech Recognition
• Oral Expression
• Information Ordering
• Deductive Reasoning
• Perceptual Speed