Data entry clerks
Career Overview
Data entry clerks:
- Input coded, statistical, financial and other information into computerized databases, spreadsheets or other templates using a keyboard, mouse, optical scanner, speech recognition software or other data entry tools
- Work in the private and public sectors
Job Titles
Duties
Data entry clerks:
- Receive and register invoices, forms, records and other documents for data entry
- Input data into computerized databases, spreadsheets or other templates using a keyboard, mouse, optical scanner, speech recognition software or other data entry tools
- Import and/or export data between different kinds of software
- Check accuracy and completeness of data
- Identify, label and organize electronic storage media
- Maintain libraries of electronic storage media
Earnings
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Work Environment
# Workers Employed
4,535% Employed Full Time
46%Work in this occupation is typically performed in a structured environment, such as an office, hospital or school.
Career Pathways
Promotion to senior positions is possible with experience.
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Occupational Interests
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Education, Training and Skills
- Completion of secondary school may be required
- College or other courses in data entry may be required
Education programs in B.C.
The following program areas are related to this occupation:
- Business Administration/Management/Commerce
Skills
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Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Managing one’s own time and the time of others.
Talking to others to share information effectively.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Being able to solve novel, ill-defined problems in complex, real-world settings.
Understanding how new information could be used to solve current and future problems in making decisions.
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Labour Market Statistics
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Employment
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Employment
4,535Employment by Region
| Region | Employment | % Employment of this Occupation |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 170 | 3.7% |
| Kootenay | 90 | 2.0% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 2,950 | 65.0% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 80 | 1.8% |
| Northeast | 55 | 1.2% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 505 | 11.1% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 690 | 15.2% |
Labour Market Outlook
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Forecasted Job Openings (2024-2034)
1,270Forecasted Job Openings
Forecasted Employment Growth Rate
Composition of Job Openings
Job Openings by Region (2024-2034)
| Region | Job Openings | Avg. Annual Employment Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 40 | -0.7% |
| Kootenay | 20 | -0.9% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 860 | 0.5% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 0 | -2.3% |
| Northeast | 20 | 1.5% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 140 | -0.3% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 190 | 0.0% |
Industry Highlights
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Forecasted Job Openings by Industry
| Industry | Job Openings (2024-2034) |
|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 280 |
| Professional, Scientific and Technical Services | 210 |
| Finance, Insurance and Real Estate | 130 |
| Public Administration | 130 |
| Retail Trade | 120 |
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