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.
SOC: 43-4071.00
Common Job Titles
File ClerkMedical Records ClerkOffice AssistantRecords 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
| 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 AcrobatIntuit QuickBooksMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft SharePointMicrosoft WindowsMicrosoft Word
Technology Skills
Electronic filing softwareElectronic health record EHR softwareEmail softwareOptical scanning softwareWord processing software
Tools & Equipment
Computer inkjet printersCopy machinesDocument scannersDocument stampsFile cabinetsLaser facsimile machinesMechanized file systemsMicrofiche viewing equipment