Office Clerks, General Jobs Pay in Columbia, SC
Average Hourly Pay
$20.02
37.4%Below national average
Range: $19.07 – $20.98
Average Annual Pay
$41,649
37.4%Below national average
Range: $39,666 – $43,632
How much do Office Clerks, General make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$17.02/hr
Range: $16.21 – $17.83
Annual Rate
$35,402
Range: $33,716 – $37,087
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$20.02/hr
Range: $19.07 – $20.98
Annual Rate
$41,649
Range: $39,666 – $43,632
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$23.02/hr
Range: $21.93 – $24.13
Annual Rate
$47,896
Range: $45,616 – $50,177
Office Clerks, General job description
Office Clerks, General professionals provide essential administrative support in office environments. They handle correspondence, maintain records, and coordinate office activities to ensure smooth business operations.
Responsibilities
- •Manage correspondence and communications
- •Maintain accurate records and files
- •Schedule appointments and meetings
- •Process documents and data entry
- •Greet visitors and answer phones
- •Support other staff members
Skills
- •Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office)
- •Organizational skills
- •Communication skills
- •Attention to detail
- •Time management
- •Customer service
Qualifications
- •High school diploma required
- •Associate degree preferred
- •Previous office experience
- •Typing speed 40+ WPM
