Adjustment Clerks must be able to keep accurate and detailed records and work well with numbers. They should also have good negotiation skills to handle stressful situations since they frequently deal with angry clients. They must be able to make decisions using facts and perform tasks in a limited amount of time. Adjustment Clerks can be promoted based on experience and skill. They can become administrative assistants, office managers, or records managers.
Additional education is necessary to advance to professional positions.
College courses in accounting, mathematics, English, and computer programming can lead to more employment opportunities within this field. Those interested in a job as an Adjustment Clerk should begin their job search at wholesale and retail stores, service agencies such as doctors' offices, dentist offices, and public utilities. Job postings may also be available at local Employment Development Department Job Service offices. File Clerks No. 261 Clerks, General Office No.