Career Profile Receptionists & Information Clerks Education HS diploma or less This is the typical education required for an entry-level position. Earnings $31,400 This is the typical median salary earned for an entry-level position. Receptionists do tasks such as answering phones, receiving visitors, and providing information about their organization to the public. General Information Answer inquiries and provide information to the general public, customers, visitors, and other interested parties regarding activities conducted at establishment and location of departments, offices, and employees within the organization. Excludes Switchboard Operators, Including Answering Service (43-2011). Training Funds Available This is a Rural Capital Area Target Occupation.Training and education opportunities are available with eligible providers throughout the state. Please contact us for more details. Watch a brief video about this occupation. Watch Video Receptionists & Information Clerks Occupational Outlook For the Rural Capital Area 478 Job Opportunities Over the next five years, an average of 478 openings per year are projected for Receptionists & Information Clerks. +12.2% Employment Change Employment for Receptionists & Information Clerks is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 12.2% between 2023 and 2028. $15.10 Earnings Potential An average worker in this occupation is paid $15.10/hour. Entry level workers are paid $11.67, while experienced workers are paid $17.13. The median wage is below average regional wages across occupations. Local Employment Opportunities There are 2,710 Receptionists & Information Clerks in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 3,041. Top Employing Industries, Locally The top industries employing Receptionists & Information Clerks are Offices of Physicians, Offices of Dentists, and Personal Care Services. Knowledge Areas The top most significant knowledge categories for Receptionists & Information Clerks include Customer and Personal Service, Administrative, and English Language. Educational Attainment Patterns The most common level of education for Receptionists & Information Clerks is HS diploma or less. 5% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree. Sources: BLS JobsEQ® ONET
