Data Entry Keyers Occupation Details

General Job Description and Education/Training Levels for Data Entry Keyers

The main tasks and work activities of Data Entry Keyers are to enter information into databases or software programs, compile data or documentation, verify accuracy of financial or transactional data, store records or related materials. In general, for the Data Entry Keyers, reading Comprehension, active Listening, monitoring, time Management and other 2 skills are required.

Data Entry Keyers Job Description
Education	These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
Related Experience	Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
Job Training	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.
Example	These occupations often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include orderlies, counter and rental clerks, customer service representatives, security guards, upholsterers, and tellers.

The following chart shows the education/training levels for Data Entry Keyers jobs. 58.68% of Data Entry Keyers have High School Diploma (or the equivalent) and .

Less than a High School Diploma

0.00%

High School Diploma (or the equivalent)

58.68%

Post-Secondary Certificate

0.00%

Some College Courses

30.18%

Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree)

11.14%

Bachelor's Degree and Above

0.00%

Tasks and Work Activities of Data Entry Keyers

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.
Resolve garbled or indecipherable messages, using cryptographic procedures and equipment.

Interacting With ComputersUsing computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Processing InformationCompiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Documenting/Recording InformationEntering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesProviding information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Getting InformationObserving, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Making Decisions and Solving ProblemsAnalyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Updating and Using Relevant KnowledgeKeeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with StandardsUsing relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Performing Administrative ActivitiesPerforming day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkDeveloping specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Enter information into databases or software programs.
Compile data or documentation.
Verify accuracy of financial or transactional data.
Store records or related materials.
Provide information to coworkers.
Check data for recording errors.
Maintain operational records.
Select resources needed to accomplish tasks.
Operate office equipment.

Skills and Abilities for Data Entry Keyers

Reading ComprehensionUnderstanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Active ListeningGiving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
MonitoringMonitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Time ManagementManaging one's own time and the time of others.
WritingCommunicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Written ComprehensionThe ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Near VisionThe ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Finger DexterityThe ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
Perceptual SpeedThe ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
Information OrderingThe ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
Speech RecognitionThe ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
Oral ComprehensionThe ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Selective AttentionThe ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
Speech ClarityThe ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
Category FlexibilityThe ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
Written ExpressionThe ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
Wrist-Finger SpeedThe ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
Inductive ReasoningThe ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
Oral ExpressionThe ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

Scannerse.g. Computer data input scanners
Inkjet printerse.g. Computer inkjet printers
Keyboardse.g. Computer keyboards
Laser fax machinee.g. Laser facsimile machines
Special purpose telephonese.g. Multiline telephone systems
Personal computerse.g. Personal computers
Hole punching unitse.g. Photo composing perforators

English LanguageKnowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
ClericalKnowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
Customer and Personal ServiceKnowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Law and GovernmentKnowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.

Data Entry Keyers Occupation Detailed Description

Tasks and Work Activities of Data Entry Keyers

Skills and Abilities for Data Entry Keyers