Career Exploration Guide

SOC: 43-9021

Data Entry Keyers

Operate data entry device, such as keyboard or photo composing perforator. Duties may include verifying data and preparing materials for printing. Exclude "Word Processors and Typists" (43-9022).

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Education:		These occupations usually require a high school diploma.

OJT:		Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

Tasks:		Read source documents such as canceled checks, sales reports, or bills, and enter data in specific data fields or onto tapes or disks for subsequent entry, using keyboards or scanners. Compile, sort and verify the accuracy of data before it is entered. Compare data with source documents, or re-enter data in verification format to detect errors. Store completed documents in appropriate locations. Locate and correct data entry errors, or report them to supervisors. Maintain logs of activities and completed work. Select materials needed to complete work assignments. Load machines with required input or output media such as paper, cards, disks, tape or Braille media.

License:		License not required.

Outlook:		poor

Alabama Employment Outlook

Alabama Wage Data
Hourly Wage		Annual Wage
Entry	$10.97	Entry	$22,815.00
Mean	$14.58	Mean	$30,324.00
Experience	$16.38	Experience	$34,078.00

The data is based on the May 2017 Occupation Employment Survey employment and wage estimate file. The wages have been aged using the most current ECI factors reflecting wages as of June 2018.

Alabama Projections

Estimated Employment 2016	Projected Employment 2026	Annual Average Openings	Annual Growth Rate
1,710	1,350	140	-2.33

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Data Entry Keyers