The majority of job openings will occur during this time. Advancement Promotion often depends on the employee's personality and skills, experience, training, work performance and education. A Hotel Desk Clerk may advance to chief room clerk, assistant front office manager, front office manager, sales and promotion manager or hotel manager. Experience is important for upward mobility. Top managerial posts usually require many years of experience and specialized training.
Employers prefer a college education for management training positions.
Desk Clerks may improve their opportunities for advancement by taking college courses in general business. Registration with the California Employment Development Department or private employment agencies, schools or unions can lead to jobs. For current job listings, browse CalJOBS or America's Job Bank . Click arrow at bottom left of image to begin. Most employers hire high school graduates who have clerical ability and training, particularly in typing, bookkeeping, and office machines.