Many employers fill openings by hiring referrals from employees. Almost all employers provide medical insurance. Most also provide a paid vacation and paid sick leave. Many provide dental insurance and a retirement plan. Some provide vision insurance and life insurance.
Few employers provide benefits for part-time employees.
Employment in this occupation is expected to increase faster than the average for all occupations through the year 2008 due to businesses' desire to improve customer service. Industries employing counter and rental clerks that are expected to grow rapidly include equipment rental and leasing, automotive rentals, amusement and recreation services. The number of new jobs created in other industries, such as video tape rental stores, will also be significant. Nevertheless, most job openings will arise from the need to replace experienced workers who transfer to other occupations or leave the labor force. Part-time employment opportunities are expected to be plentiful.