Career Profile
Receptionists & Information Clerks
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.
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Receptionists & Information Clerks
Occupational Outlook
For the Rural Capital Area
Job Opportunities
Over the next five years, an average of 478 openings per year are projected for Receptionists & Information Clerks.
Employment Change
Employment for Receptionists & Information Clerks is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 12.2% between 2023 and 2028.
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 5 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.