File Clerk Job Responsibilities:
- Uploads digital files and data.
- Organizes and archives records and documents.
- Makes copies of paperwork and distributes as needed.
- Retrieves data and files for other departments and personnel.
- Uses alphabetical and numerical systems to organize paper and electronic records documents.
- Checks paperwork digital forms and files updating or correcting documentation as needed.
- Updates filing systems and devises new filing and organizational and storage systems for data and documents as needed.
- Creates new files and provides needed information on forms and reports.
- Secures and protects the privacy of documents.
- Scans paper documents and verifies that scanned documents are clear and legible.
- Processes requests for files and data.
- Records when and what documents have been borrowed and returned.
- Monitors filing materials and office supplies and works with vendors to secure needed supplies or reports when new purchases need to be made to purchasing officer.
- Discards documents when required in accordance with official procedures.
- Transcribes audio and video content.
- Operates office equipment.
- Looks for ways to improve filing systems and designs forms and templates for data entry.
- Types and performs data entry.
- Works with warehouse personnel or outside storage vendors to assure safe archiving of documents.
- Checks and corrects documentation and placement of previously filed documents.
File Clerk Qualifications/Skills:
- Strong organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Integrity discretion and respect for confidentiality and privacy
- A dedication to preserving information and materials
- Adept typing wordprocessing and data entry skills
- Clear handwriting
- Ability to read and understand a wide range of materials
- Verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Research and critical thinking skills
Education Experience & Licensing Requirements:
- High school graduate or equivalent
- Knowledge of basic office and administrative software such as MS Office
- Experience working in an office setting
- Previous clerical experience
- Experience working with filekeeping software or cloud storage a plus