Occupation information for Data Entry Keyers District Of Columbia

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Typical education needed for entry: High school diploma or equivalent

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: Less than 1 month on-the-job training

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• Locate and correct data entry errors, or report them to supervisors.
• 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.
• 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.
• Store completed documents in appropriate locations.
• Select materials needed to complete work assignments.
• Maintain logs of activities and completed work.
• 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.

Tools:

• Hole punching units
• Inkjet printers
• Keyboards
• Laser fax machine
• Personal computers

Technology:

• Accounting software
• Customer relationship management CRM software
• Data base user interface and query software
• Enterprise resource planning ERP software
• Medical software

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