File Clerks
File correspondence, cards, invoices, receipts, and other records in alphabetical or numerical order or according to the filing system used. Locate and remove material from file when requested.
Common Job Titles
- File Clerk
- Medical Records Clerk
- Office Assistant
- Records Clerk
What You'll Need to Succeed
AI-generatedKey competencies for this occupation at a glance
- KnowledgeClassify correspondence, invoices, receipts, and other records according to alphabetical, numerical, or organizational filing systems.Developing
- KnowledgeApply administrative procedures and filing protocols using electronic filing software and document management systems.Developing
- Hands-onOperate document scanners, copy machines, and mechanized file systems to process and organize physical and digital records efficiently.Developing
- KnowledgeLocate requested files and documents within established filing systems, responding to information requests in a timely manner.Developing
- KnowledgeOperate Microsoft Office applications and database software to maintain digital records, including Excel spreadsheets and Access databases.Developing
- KnowledgeCompute filing priorities and workflow sequences to manage time effectively and meet organizational deadlines.Developing
- Hands-onHandle physical records and files with attention to preservation and proper storage in file cabinets and mechanized systems.Developing
- KnowledgeIllustrate document processing procedures through accurate recording and documenting of information in administrative systems.Developing
- MindsetRespond to information requests from supervisors, colleagues, and other stakeholders with customer service orientation and professionalism.Developing
- KnowledgeExamine records for accuracy and compliance to ensure filing standards and organizational protocols are maintained.Developing
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for File Clerks (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
78,980
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $29,620. 25th percentile: U.S. $35,120. 50th percentile: U.S. $41,270. 75th percentile: U.S. $50,020. 90th percentile: U.S. $61,080. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $29,620 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $61,080 |
| Workers on average earn | $43,700 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Administrative4.0/5
- English Language3.7/5
- Computers and Electronics3.5/5
- Customer and Personal Service3.5/5
- Mathematics3.0/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Adobe Acrobat
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
Technology Skills
- Electronic filing software
- Electronic health record EHR software
- Email software
- Optical scanning software
- Word processing software
Tools & Equipment
- Computer inkjet printers
- Copy machines
- Document scanners
- Document stamps
- File cabinets
- Laser facsimile machines
- Mechanized file systems
- Microfiche viewing equipment