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What is a senior word processor and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
3 min read
There is more than meets the eye when it comes to being a senior word processor. For example, did you know that they make an average of $18.17 an hour? That's $37,800 a year! Between 2018 and 2028, the career is expected to grow -8% and produce -286,900 job opportunities across the U.S.
ScoreSenior Word ProcessorUS Average
Salary
3.0

Avg. Salary $37,800

Avg. Salary $59,228

Stability level
4.1

Growth rate -8%

Growth rate 0.3%

Diversity
3.2
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 1.09%

Asian 4.71%

Black or African American 6.70%

Hispanic or Latino 10.69%

Unknown 4.53%

White 72.28%

Gender

female 87.46%

male 12.54%

Age - 53
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 53
Stress level
4.1

Stress level is moderate

7.1 - high

Complexity level
3.9

Complexity level is basic

7 - challenging

Work life balance
10.0

Work life balance is excellent

6.4 - fair

Senior word processor career paths

Key steps to become a senior word processor

  1. Explore senior word processor education requirements

    Most common senior word processor degrees

    Bachelor's

    41.0 %

    Associate

    25.6 %

    High School Diploma

    18.6 %
  2. Start to develop specific senior word processor skills

    SkillsPercentages
    Statistical Reports16.61%
    Word Processors10.99%
    PowerPoint9.50%
    Meeting Minutes9.29%
    Proofread8.93%
  3. Complete relevant senior word processor training and internships

    Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New senior word processors learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a senior word processor based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real senior word processor resumes.
  4. Research senior word processor duties and responsibilities

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    • Maintain confidentiality of all company and patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  5. Get senior word processor experience

    Generally, it takes 6-12 months to become a senior word processor. The most common roles before becoming a senior word processor include word processor, secretary team lead and administrative assistant.
  6. Apply for senior word processor jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for a senior word processor job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average senior word processor salary

The average senior word processor salary in the United States is $37,800 per year or $18 per hour. Senior word processor salaries range between $27,000 and $52,000 per year.

Average senior word processor salary
$37,800 Yearly
$18.17 hourly

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Updated January 8, 2025

Zippia Research Team
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The Zippia Research Team has spent countless hours reviewing resumes, job postings, and government data to determine what goes into getting a job in each phase of life. Professional writers and data scientists comprise the Zippia Research Team.

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