1452-NOC

Correspondence, publication and regulatory clerks

(NOC 14301)
Annual Earnings
$58,397
Training, Education, Experience and Responsibilities
High School Diploma
Job Openings
(2023-2033)
990

Career Overview

Correspondence, publication and regulatory clerks:

  • Write correspondence, proofread material for accuracy, compile material for publication
  • Verify, record and process forms and documents, such as applications, licences, permits, contracts, registrations and requisitions
  • Perform other related clerical duties
  • Work for newspapers, periodicals, publishing firms and establishments throughout the private and public sectors

 

Duties

Classified advertising clerks:

  • Receive customers' orders for classified advertising, write and edit copy, calculate advertising rates and bill customers

Correspondence clerks:

  • Write business and government correspondence such as replies to requests for information and assistance, damage claims, credit and billing questions and service complaints

Editorial assistants and publication clerks:

  • Help in the preparation of periodicals, advertisements, catalogues, directories and other material for publication
  • Proofread material
  • Check facts and carry out research

Proofreaders:

  • Read material prior to publication to find and mark any grammatical, typographical or compositional errors
  • Work within tight deadlines

Readers and press clippers:

  • Read newspapers, magazines, press releases and other publications to find and file articles of interest to staff and clients

Regulatory clerks:

  • Compile, verify, record and process applications, licences, permits, contracts, registrations, requisitions and other forms and documents in accordance with established procedures using processing systems
  • Authorize and issue licences, permits, registration papers, reimbursements and other material after requested documents have been processed and approved

Earnings

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Annual Earnings

$58,397

Provincial Hourly Rate

High$39.90/hr
Median$28.00/hr
Low$18.86/hr
Source: B.C. Labour Market Information Office, derived from 2023 Job Bank Wage data

Work Environment

# Workers Employed

2,575

% Employed Full Time

66%
Source: 2021 Census

Work in this occupation is typically performed in a structured environment, such as an office.

Career Pathways

With experience, promotion to supervisory positions is possible.

Occupational Interests

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For more about occupational interests visit Skills for the Future Workforce > Characteristics.

Here are the top occupational interest(s) for this career profile:

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Conventional

Job Titles

Advertising clerk
Application clerk
Authorization clerk
By-law clerk
Classified advertising clerk
Contract clerk
Correspondence clerk
Customs clerk
Directory compiler
Documentation clerk
Editorial assistant
Licence clerk
Passport clerk
Proofreader
Publication clerk
Registration clerk
Registry clerk
Translation clerk

Education, Training and Skills

  • Completion of secondary school is required
  • Additional courses or a diploma in writing, journalism or a related field may be required
  • Previous clerical or administrative experience may be required

Education programs in B.C.

The following program areas are related to this occupation:

  • English/Literature Related
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Skills

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Here, you will find the 10 most relevant workplace skills. Some are more important to achieving success in a certain career than others. These skills may come naturally to you or you may need to gain them through education, training and experience.

See the list of work-related skills below, ranked in order of importance for this career. Check out the list and see if this career matches your skills—take that first step!

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

70%
Writing

Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

66%
Active Listening

Giving 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.

62%
Speaking

Talking to others to share information effectively.

60%
Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

58%
Judgment and Decision Making

Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

50%
Time Management

Managing one’s own time and the time of others.

48%
Social Perceptiveness

Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

47%
Monitoring

Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

46%
Complex Problem Solving

Being able to solve novel, ill-defined problems in complex, real-world settings.

43%

Labour Market Statistics

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Employment

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Employment

2,575
Source: 2021 Census

Employment by Region

Map of BC Map of BC highlighting Cariboo region Map of BC highlighting Kootenay region Map of BC highlighting Mainland/Southwest region Map of BC highlighting North Coast and Nechako region Map of BC highlighting Northeast region Map of BC highlighting Thompson-Okanagan region Map of BC highlighting Vancouver Island/Coast region
Cariboo
Kootenay
Mainland/Southwest
North Coast and Nechako
Northeast
Thompson-Okanagan
Vancouver Island/Coast
Region Employment % Employment of this Occupation
Cariboo 60 2.3%
Kootenay 30 1.2%
Mainland/Southwest 1,635 63.5%
North Coast and Nechako 45 1.7%
Northeast 60 2.3%
Thompson-Okanagan 180 7.0%
Vancouver Island/Coast 560 21.7%
Source: 2021 Census

Labour Market Outlook

The B.C. Labour Market Outlook is a 10-year forecast of the expected supply and demand for labour in the province. It’s usually updated every year. The purpose is to provide British Columbians with the knowledge to make informed decisions on careers, skills training, education and hiring.

Forecasted Job Openings (2023-2033)

990
Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Forecasted Job Openings

Forecasted Employment Growth Rate

Composition of Job Openings

Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Job Openings by Region (2023-2033)

Map of BC Map of BC highlighting Cariboo region Map of BC highlighting Kootenay region Map of BC highlighting Mainland/Southwest region Map of BC highlighting North Coast and Nechako region Map of BC highlighting Northeast region Map of BC highlighting Thompson-Okanagan region Map of BC highlighting Vancouver Island/Coast region
Cariboo
Kootenay
Mainland/Southwest
North Coast and Nechako
Northeast
Thompson-Okanagan
Vancouver Island/Coast
Region Job Openings Avg. Annual Employment Growth
Cariboo 10 -0.3%
Kootenay Not available Not available
Mainland/Southwest 620 1.1%
North Coast and Nechako 10 0.2%
Northeast 10 0.1%
Thompson-Okanagan 110 1.4%
Vancouver Island/Coast 230 1.2%
Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Industry Highlights

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Forecasted Job Openings by Industry

IndustryJob Openings (2023-2033)
Public Administration420
Health Care And Social Assistance130
Professional, Scientific And Technical Services110
Transportation And Warehousing70
Finance, Insurance And Real Estate60
For additional industry information, visit the Industry Profiles page.
Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

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