How much does a file clerk make?

They sort incoming letters, forms, and receipts, decide where each belongs, and file paper records or enter details into a computer. They log files as they move, then find and deliver records coworkers request.

Did you know? Some file clerks use mechanized files that rotate to bring a needed record to them—like a paper carousel.

In the United States, a high school diploma or equivalent is the usual starting point, and related experience is not required. New file clerks get short on-the-job training to learn their employer’s filing system.

School needed: High school plus some training

Good for people who like keeping things organized and building and doing

Why does pay differ?

In the United States, pay can differ with experience and skill, the employer’s industry and location, and how much responsibility the tasks involve. Valued credentials may help in some workplaces, and part-time hours can change total earnings; part-time schedules are common for file clerks.