Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks
Authorize credit charges against customers' accounts. Investigate history and credit standing of individuals or business establishments applying for credit. May interview applicants to obtain personal and financial data, determine credit worthiness, process applications, and notify customers of acceptance or rejection of credit.
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BLS projects U.S. employment for Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks to decrease by -7.4% between 2024 and 2034, from 12,200 to 11,300 jobs. Its estimate of 900 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($50,080), education (High school diploma or equivalent), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
12,200
Projected employment (2034)
11,300
Projected change (2024–2034)
-7%
Annual openings (projected average)
900
Pay & Preparation
$50,080
High school diploma or equivalent
None
Moderate-term on-the-job training
Essential Skills
Speaking (3.62/5) • Active Listening (3.62/5) • Reading Comprehension (3.62/5) • Critical Thinking (3.25/5) • Writing (3.12/5) • Time Management (3.12/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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