Clerical Assistant Jobs
Clerical Assistant jobs are open across healthcare, government, education, finance, and corporate offices, from entry-level to senior administrative roles, with specializations in medical records, legal support, and office coordination. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Marketplace Selections is a family-owned wine, beer and spirits distributor in the Outstate Illinois market and seeks a self-motivated individual to represent our company. With our commitment to education, product quality, and overall customer service, Marketplace Selections services our customers like no other. We offer ideal temperature-control warehousing and delivery vehicles as we build brands and brand equity the right way both on and off premise. Nobody is as passionate about this, nor are they as committed to the highest industry standards as we are.
We are seeking the right individual to fill a Full Time Clerical Assistant Position to join our team! You will perform clerical and administrative functions in order to drive company success.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Type quickly and accurately, prepare and maintain documents and records
- File documents; make paper and electronic copies
- Communicate with customers via phone and email
- Sort and distribute communications in a timely manner
- Prepare reports as necessary
- Organize and maintain office and assist in ways that optimize procedures
- Follow standards, procedures, and applicable laws
- Coordinate with other departments and assist when needed
- Perform receptionist duties
- Set up for and clean up after in-office meetings
- Perform all other office tasks
Requirements and Qualifications
- Reliability
- Previous experience in office administration or other related fields
- Ability to prioritize and multitask
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time
Hours:
- Full-time schedule (40 hours per week) Monday through Friday
*Starts at $17.00 an hour plus phone call sales based commission
Learn more about us at marketplaceselections.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Marketplace Selections is a family-owned wine, beer and spirits distributor in the Outstate Illinois market and seeks a self-motivated individual to represent our company. With our commitment to education, product quality, and overall customer service, Marketplace Selections services our customers like no other. We offer ideal temperature-control warehousing and delivery vehicles as we build brands and brand equity the right way both on and off premise. Nobody is as passionate about this, nor are they as committed to the highest industry standards as we are.
We are seeking the right individual to fill a Full Time Clerical Assistant Position to join our team! You will perform clerical and administrative functions in order to drive company success.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Type quickly and accurately, prepare and maintain documents and records
- File documents; make paper and electronic copies
- Communicate with customers via phone and email
- Sort and distribute communications in a timely manner
- Prepare reports as necessary
- Organize and maintain office and assist in ways that optimize procedures
- Follow standards, procedures, and applicable laws
- Coordinate with other departments and assist when needed
- Perform receptionist duties
- Set up for and clean up after in-office meetings
- Perform all other office tasks
Requirements and Qualifications
- Reliability
- Previous experience in office administration or other related fields
- Ability to prioritize and multitask
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time
Hours:
- Full-time schedule (40 hours per week) Monday through Friday
*Starts at $17.00 an hour plus phone call sales based commission
Learn more about us at marketplaceselections.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Food & Beverage
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clerical assistant jobs.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Accurate data entry with strong attention to detail
- One to two years of administrative or office support experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a busy office environment
Tips for Your Clerical Assistant Job Search
Tailor your resume to each listing
Clerical assistant postings vary widely, a healthcare clinic wants medical terminology and scheduling software, while a law firm wants document management and billing codes. Pull the specific tools and duties from each job description and mirror that language in your resume's work history.
Highlight your typing speed accurately
Many clerical assistant listings ask for a minimum words-per-minute figure. Only list your tested speed, not an estimate. If you haven't tested recently, use a free typing test tool to get your current score before you start applying.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists clerical assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Show software proficiency with version context
Listing 'Microsoft Office' on its own is vague. Name the specific applications you use daily, such as Word, Excel, or Outlook, and note if you've worked with database or scheduling platforms specific to the industry you're targeting, like electronic health record systems in healthcare settings.
Prepare for skills assessments before your interview
Many employers give short clerical tests during the interview, data entry accuracy drills, proofreading exercises, or a quick spreadsheet task. Practice these formats in advance so the test feels routine rather than stressful on the day.
Follow up with a detail from your interview
A generic thank-you email gets ignored. Reference one specific topic from your conversation, a workflow challenge the team mentioned, or a software system you discussed, to show you were listening and that you're already thinking about the role.
Clerical Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most clerical assistants?
The companies hiring the most clerical assistants right now include Covenant HealthCare, St. Elizabeth Healthcare, and Northwell Health, with the largest share of openings in Michigan, Kentucky, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, government agencies, and large corporate employers tend to post the most volume consistently throughout the year.
How many clerical assistant jobs are remote?
About 7% of clerical assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the majority of roles still require on-site presence. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include data entry, records processing, and administrative support roles where document handling can be done digitally rather than from a physical office.
How do you become a clerical assistant?
Start by earning a high school diploma or equivalent, then build proficiency in office software like word processing, spreadsheet, and email applications. Gain experience through entry-level administrative, receptionist, or office support roles. Some employers prefer candidates who have completed a business administration certificate program, which you can often finish at a community college in under a year.
Can you get a clerical assistant job with little or no experience?
Yes, many clerical assistant roles are explicitly entry-level and expect to train the right candidate. Focus your application on transferable skills from any customer-facing, data-heavy, or organizational role you've held, retail cashiering, school office volunteering, or club secretary work all count. Demonstrating fast, accurate typing and comfort with office software goes a long way when your direct experience is limited.
What does the clerical assistant interview process look like?
Most clerical assistant interviews involve a phone or video screening first, followed by an in-person interview with an office manager or HR coordinator. Expect at least one practical skills test covering typing speed, data entry accuracy, or basic spreadsheet tasks. Final-round interviews often include a short tour of the workspace and a conversation about scheduling availability, software familiarity, and how you handle high-volume or deadline-driven tasks.
Where can I find and apply to clerical assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to clerical assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience, location preference, and industry focus, then apply directly to each listing that fits. New positions are added regularly, so checking back frequently gives you the best shot at catching fresh openings before they fill.
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