What is the best way to get a clerical job?
Asked by heyjocy
Im turning 19 in June and have only been working for a year. I don't have much work experience because of this (I've only worked in a restraunt and as a nurse assistant). How can I get a full time job doing clerical work?

Best Answer:
Well when I started, all I needed was to know my alphabet so I could do filing, be fast at typing, be polite to greet clients, nowadays you need almost a university degree, thank god I have 20 years of experience, so when I look for a job, that has enough weight to get me the job, but those who are now starting need some studies, and some experience. But it depends where you go looking for jobs, if you are starting with no experience at all, but have good people skills, and some knowledge of with Microsoft Office, you can start with receptionnnist jobs, some place give you some clerical work to do while you answer the phone, then once you're in the company for a year or two seek for other opportunities for administrative assistant and clerical work... You can go to recruiting agencies, and do part time or short contracts, and build your experience from that. But you need at least a good knowledge of Microsoft office, because agencies will make you do tests for them so they can see your level of knowledge, and know they can count on you when they send you somewhere...I've used agencies a few times, and I liked doing short contracts, it help me gain a very vast experience and I help gain some confidence, that I could adapt to any situation...good luck!!

Depending on where you live, you could try applying to a temp agency. If there aren't any, check local job listings with your city, state and government. Many have temporary positions. They may not last long, but you get the experience you need.
Answered by germaine_87313