Word Processor Jobs in New York

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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Freelance transcriber, editing and some assistant duties

  • New York, NY
  • 5 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 hours ago

Part/time, contract work: one or two days a week. This is a job for someone comfortable transcribing: Typing out creative business articles about the workplace issues and transcribing business...

Account Clerk Typist - Schools (Confidential)

  • Lancaster, NY
  • 11 hours ago
  • Lancaster, NY
  • 11 hours ago

Job Opening Information Account Clerk Typist - Schools (Confidential) Application Deadline 4/18/2025 Position Start Date 4/28/2025 Position Title Account Clerk Typist - Schools (Confidential)...

Substitute Typist

  • New York, NY
  • 11 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 11 hours ago

Sullivan B.O.C.E.S. is seeking a Substitute Typist in Admin/Business Office.The Substitute Typist work is primarily of routine nature and involves the performance of standardized clerical and...

Clerical Worker

  • Liverpool, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Liverpool, NY
  • 1 day ago

Clerical Worker PeopleReady of Syracuse, NY is now hiring Clerical Worker in Liverpool, NY! Apply today and you could start as soon as this week. As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:...

Senior Clerk Typist - Schools

  • Holland, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Holland, NY
  • 2 days ago

Senior Clerk Typist - Schools Holland CSD 103 Canada Street Holland, NY 14080 Classified - Position - Senior Typist (Senior Clerk Typist) - competitive Job Number ... Start Date Open Date...

Typist

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

Typist (Brooklyn) compensation: Industry standard I have a short, handwritten book that needs to be typed. post id: ... [ ]

Clinical Documentation Specialist

  • North New Hyde Park, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • North New Hyde Park, NY
  • 4 days ago

Job Description Facilitates and obtains appropriate clinical documentation for all clinical conditions or procedures to support the appropriate severity of illness, expected risk of mortality, and...

Referral Transcriptionist Liaison

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

Department/Unit: Patient Engagement Center Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $40,495.10 - $52,643.64 The Patient Engagement Referral Transcriptionist Liaison is the FIRST...

Senior Account Clerk/Typist (Treasurers Office)

  • Plattsburgh, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Plattsburgh, NY
  • 5 days ago

Clinton CountyJurisdictional Class: CompetitiveAdopted: October 17, 1986Revised: September 20, 2018 SENIOR ACCOUNT CLERK/TYPIST (TREASURER'S OFFICE)DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is...

Clinical Documentation Specialist

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

Clinical Documentation Specialist DepartmentMEDICAL RECORDS Location Manhattan Job ID120341 Civil Service ClassificationNon Competitive Hire In Rate$115,928.00 (for employees new to HHC) Salary...

Senior Typist - PPS Office

  • Victor, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Victor, NY
  • 5 days ago

Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/Senior Typist Date Posted: 4/9/2025 Location: Pupil Personnel Services Closing Date: 04/22/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide Job Description...

Senior Clerk Typist

  • Holland, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Holland, NY
  • 6 days ago

Senior Clerk Typist Holland CSD 103 Canada Street Holland, NY 14080 Classified - Position - Senior Typist (Senior Clerk Typist) - competitive Job Number ... Start Date Open Date 04/08/2025 Closing...

Clerk Typist - Full time -12 month (9 Positions)

  • East Amherst, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • East Amherst, NY
  • 7 days ago

Clerk Typist - Full time -12 month (9 Positions) Williamsville Central School District District Office, Mill, Heim MS, Casey, East HS - East Amherst, New York This job is also posted in...

Clerk Typist - Full time -10 month (5 Positions)

  • East Amherst, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • East Amherst, NY
  • 7 days ago

Clerk Typist - Full time -10 month (5 Positions) Williamsville Central School District Transit MS, Mill MS, East HS, North HS - East Amherst, New York This job is also posted in...

Referral Transcriptionist Liaison

  • Albany, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 8 days ago

Department/Unit: Patient Engagement Center Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $40,495.10 - $52,643.64The Patient Engagement Referral Transcriptionist Liaison is the FIRST...

Demographic Data for New York

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Salary for Word Processor Jobs in New York

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Word Processors in New York 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 New York
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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