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.

$43,730
Median Annual Pay
Jobs growth:
-3% projected 2024–2034

What They Do

File clerks keep organizations running smoothly by managing vast amounts of paperwork and digital records that businesses need to access quickly. They spend their days sorting, organizing, and filing documents like invoices, correspondence, customer records, and receipts according to specific systems—whether alphabetical, numerical, or more complex classification methods. When someone needs a particular document, file clerks locate and retrieve it, ensuring nothing gets lost in the shuffle. They also update files with new information, remove outdated materials, and sometimes scan paper documents into digital databases.

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