Word Processor Jobs in Illinois

A Word Processor in the admin industry is pivotal for the creation, editing, and refining of documents including reports, memos, and correspondences. They are responsible for converting rough drafts, voice recordings, or raw data into a polished end product. They use various software programs for word processing, spreadsheets, and database management, ensuring all documents and reports accurately represent the organization's standards. Accuracy, attention to detail, speed, and a keen eye for formatting, grammar, punctuation, and spelling are crucial skills for this role.

Before becoming a Word Processor, one could have roles as an Administrative Assistant, a Data Entry Clerk, or a Typist. These positions help develop key skills such as touch typing, familiarity with software tools, and understanding of office procedures, which are critical for a Word Processor. Relevant certifications that can boost a Word Processor's credentials include Certified Administrative Professional (CAP), Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS), and certification in relevant software programs such as WordPerfect or Adobe Acrobat. This demonstrates proficiency in word processing and other administrative software.

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Supervisor, Clinical Documentation Specialist - RBE

  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 hours ago

Company: Oak Street Health Title: Supervisor, Clinical Documentation Oak Street Health is a rapidly growing, innovative company of community-based healthcare centers delivering higher quality...

Clinical Documentation Specialist - RBE

  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 hours ago

Company: Oak Street Health Title: Clinical Documentation Specialist (Full-time) Location: Remote / Central Company Description Oak Street Health believes everyone deserves great healthcare a the...

Referral Documentation Specialist - Medical Equipment

  • Quincy, IL
  • 20 hours ago
  • Quincy, IL
  • 20 hours ago

PAY RATE: $15.61-$21.07 BASED ON RELEVANT EXPERIENCE ABILITY TO WORK REMOTE AFTER IN-OFFICE TRAINING HAS BEEN COMPLETED COMPETITIVE BENEFITS Click here to review our complete Total Rewards Guide....

Clinical Documentation Specialist

  • Chicago, IL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 23 hours ago

Saint Anthony Hospital is a diverse and community-centric organization your career can thrive in, while addressing the health and wellness challenges that families in our neighborhood face. Our...

Responsibilities Hartgrove Behavioral Health System consists of a 160-bed leading psychiatric hospital dedicated to providing quality behavioral health services for a diverse population of all...

Document Specialist

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 2 days ago

Maintain ESP- they use a template Go line by line to ensure accuracy Maintain Quality Manual Update the manual based off of the NEW ISO Generate Bill of Materials Analyze print drawings from...

Document Controller

  • Markham, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Markham, IL
  • 2 days ago

Document Controller - ( 250000WN ) Description We are strategizing, planning, and implementing projects that help clients achieve their organization's objectives. Join our award-winning program...

Legal Document Specialist/ Word Processor

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, along with at least three years of experience or training in legal word processing....

Document specialist/Rad assistant

  • Hazel Crest, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Hazel Crest, IL
  • 6 days ago

Major Responsibilities: Perform diagnostic PACS, Powerscribe, File room, and Clerical support duties to meet patient, radiologists, physician, physician office staff and department needs....

Compliance & Documentation Specialist

  • Oak Brook, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL
  • 6 days ago

Compliance and Documentation Specialist develops, establishes, and maintains the Engineering Documentation System in a manner that ensures all identified technical documentation is inventoried and...

Legal Document Specialist

  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago

Qualifications Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, along with at least three years of experience or training in legal word processing....

Contract Documentation Specialist

  • North Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago

Contract Documentation Specialist Job Description Job Title: Contract Documentation Specialist Length of Contract: 6 months Location/Site: Lake County,IL Onsite; 100% onsite Description: The...

Account Clerk Typist

  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 10 days ago

ACCOUNT CLERK TYPIST-#998-040525 Vacancy: Eligible List will be used to fill vacancies throughout public agencies within Cattaraugus County. Salary varies by employer. Cattaraugus County...

Export Documentation Specialist

  • Lombard, IL
  • 14 days ago
  • Lombard, IL
  • 14 days ago

Overview NGA Group Companies do not include salary ranges in job postings because the total compensation is dependent on the candidates experience, the position location, and several other...

Contract Documentation Specialist

  • North Chicago, IL
  • 15 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL
  • 15 days ago

The Contract Requisition Specialist is responsible for maintaining essential contract electronic documents/data in the contract database in compliance with Corporate Purchasing, Finance, and OEC...

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Salary for Word Processor Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAdmin research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Word Processor positions.



Highest Education Level

Word Processors in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
28.5%
High School or GED
25.0%
Associate's Degree
20.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.9%
Master's Degree
6.6%
Some College
3.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Word Processors in Illinois
Less than 1 year
48.5%
1-2 years
28.1%
4-6 years
13.2%
2-4 years
6.0%
None
4.0%
10+ years
0.2%


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