Credit Specialist / Clerk
Quick Facts
Median Salary$43,173
Most Common EducationBachelor's degree
Projected 10-Year Growth-12.92%
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What They Do
A Credit Specialist or Clerk reviews the credit history of individuals or businesses that apply for credit. Requests information from credit companies, analyzes computerized records and payment histories, and determines whether new credit can be approved.
Core Tasks:
- Keep records of customers' charges and payments.
- Compile and analyze credit information gathered by investigation.
- Obtain information about potential creditors from banks, credit bureaus, and other credit services, and provide reciprocal information if requested.
- Interview credit applicants by telephone or in person to obtain personal and financial data needed to complete credit report.
What to expect as a Credit Specialist / Clerk
1Earn a Bachelor's degree
37% of people achieve this level of education.
2Gain skills and experience
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3Land a job
407 openings for Credit Specialists / Clerks
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