Interviewers, Except Eligibility and Loan

Loading state data...

Loading state data...

  Office and Administrative Support Occupations

Interviewers, Except Eligibility and Loan

Also Called: Admissions Clerk, Admissions Representative, Admitting Representative, Data Collection Assistant, Interviewer, Market Research Interviewer, Registration Clerk, Research Interviewer, Survey Interviewer, Telephone Interviewer, Admissions Clerk, Admissions Representative, Admitting Representative, Data Collection Assistant, Interviewer, Market Research Interviewer, Registration Clerk, Research Interviewer, Survey Interviewer, Telephone Interviewer

What they do

Interview persons by telephone, mail, in person, or by other means for the purpose of completing forms, applications, or questionnaires. Ask specific questions, record answers, and assist persons with completing form. May sort, classify, and file forms.

$30,110
Starting Salary (2023)
$40,300
Median Salary (2023)
-10.1%
Projected Job Growth
160,550
Employment (2022)

Typical Tasks

Ask questions in accordance with instructions to obtain various specified information, such as person's name, address, age, religious preference, or state of residency.
Meet with supervisor daily to submit completed assignments and discuss progress.
Identify and report problems in obtaining valid data.
Perform patient services, such as answering the telephone or assisting patients with financial or medical questions.
Review data obtained from interview for completeness and accuracy.

A day in the life

What kind of work is this?

Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Social
Working with people
Enterprising
Business based Work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Attention to Detail
Stress Tolerance
Adaptability/Flexibility
Integrity
Self-Control
Dependability

What key skills are needed for this job?

Active Listening
Speaking
Reading Comprehension
Social Perceptiveness
Service Orientation
Time Management

Expected Knowledge

Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Administrative
Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology.

Common Activities

Working with Computers
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

More Info

What can I do with this major? Logo

Explore 106 major profiles, common career paths and strategies to maximize opportunities.

Visit Site
My Next Move logo

Search career information in detail by keywords, browse by industry, or via your interests.

Visit Site
Career OneStop Logo

Explore career options, find training and education, plan for your job search and find local help and services.

Visit Site
BLS OOH logo

The Occupational Outlook Handbook - browse occupations and resources and explore occupation groups.

Visit Site
O*NET logo

The nation's primary source of occupational information. Complete data and information breakdowns for all careers.

Visit Site