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NOC code: 1441
Occupation: Administrative Clerks
Area: Prince Edward Island
Results Generated on: December 12, 2006
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Job Description

Nature of Work
Administrative clerks compile, verify, record and process forms and documents, such as applications, licences, permits, contracts, registrations and requisitions, in accordance with established procedures, guidelines and schedules. They are employed throughout the private and public sectors.
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Main Duties
Administrative clerks performs some or all of the following duties:
- Compile, verify, record and process applications, licences, permits, contracts, registrations, requisitions, and other forms and documents in accordance with established procedures and schedules, using computerized and manual processing systems
- Authorize and issue licences, permits, registration papers, reimbursements or other material after requesting documents have been processed and approved
- Maintain inventory of office supplies and order supplies as required
- Prepare reports, presentations and provide information to staff and general public regarding company and program rules, regulations and procedures
- Assist in the co-ordination of administrative procedures such as budget submissions, contracts administration and work schedules
- May be responsible for some accounting tasks
- May organize and co-ordinate flow of work for general office clerks and data entry clerks.
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Terms and Conditions - Prince Edward Island, Prince Edward Island
Most workers in this occupational group work in an office environment. Workers may be required to work at a computer or other office equipment for long periods of time.

Most of the work is full-time. Approximately 65 percent of the people employed in this occupation work on a year round basis.

Approximately 365 people are employed in this occupation in P.E.I. Approximately 80 percent of those employed are male. Most of the workers live in the Prince County area. About 65 percent are employed in public administration.
Date published: 2005-07-07
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Additional Information
- Progression to supervisory positions is possible with experience.
- Progression to officer level positions is possible with additional training and experience.
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Job and Skill Requirements
Employment Requirements
- Completion of secondary school is usually required.
- Completion of college or other courses in business administration is usually required.
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Skills Requirements
Most employers who advertise are looking for workers with the following experience and skills:

Experience:
0-2 years

Specific Skills:
Process applications and other forms. File documents, prepare reports, organize and schedule office work.

Additional skills:
Provide information to staff and the general public. Maintain records. Store, update and retrieve financial data. Maintain inventory of office supplies.

Business Equipment and Computer Applications:
MS Word, Excel, Windows, electronic Mail and computer terminal.
- Typing: 41 - 60 wpm (Words per Minute)
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Employment Prospects
Employment Potential: Limited
Employment Trends:
In the short term, the employment potential is limited for this occupation. Within the next 3 to 6 months there will be few if any employment opportunities in the P.E.I. labour market for skilled clients in this occupation.

Employment prospects will be best for workers who continue to upgrade their knowledge of and skills in computer technology. Progression to supervisory positions is possible with experience.
Date published: 2005-11-04
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Wages & Salaries

Category Average Wage
($ / hr)		 High Wage
($ / hr)		 Low Wage
($ / hr)		 Reference period
General Wage 12.55 16.47 9.00 2006
10.25 13.08 8.00 2006
11.76 14.25 9.00 2006
Where to Get Training

Provincial Training Information
Training programs are offered at Holland College, Compu-College, Academy of Learning and Career Skills; the length of the programs do not exceed one year and profiles available, differ with each school; some programs offer on-the-job training.
Date published: 2004-05-27
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