Typists for hire in Chicago, IL

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    235

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills
    12%
    Time Management
    10%
    Organizational Skills
    9%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    49%
    Bachelor's degree
    19%
    Associate's degree
    14%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    70%
    6-10 years
    20%
    1-2 years
    10%
  • Current company

    • JPMorganChase
    • The Holiday Inn
    • Chicago Public Schools
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    50%
    More than 5 years
    50%

Browse Indeed's database of 235 profiles for Typists in Chicago, IL

Last updated: Oct 25, 2026

Typist: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Chicago, IL: $47,397 yearly

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  • Front Desk Receptionist

    Chicago, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    Drink ServiceBartender LicenseFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Host/Hostess ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime ManagementMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelPresentation Software
  • Cashier

    Chicago, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's License

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft PowerpointMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelPresentation Software
  • COLLECTIONS, CLIENT/CUSTOMER SERVICE

    Chicago, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationServsafe Alcohol CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsHost/Hostess ExperienceTime ManagementLeadershipCasual Dining ExperienceMicrosoft Excel
  • On-Call Administrative Assistant

    Chicago, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    EKG CertificationCertified Phlebotomy TechnicianCNA

    Skills

    Communication SkillsAdministrative ExperienceClerical ExperienceOffice ExperienceSchedule ManagementCalendar Management
  • Clerk II

    Chicago, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's License

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsFundraisingEnglishSpanishComputer OperationComputer Literacy
  • Facilities Specialist

    Chicago, Illinois

    Licenses & certifications

    CPR

    Skills

    LeadershipCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft WordWord Processing

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What's the average time to fill a typist role?

The average time to fill a typist role is 305 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do typists tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a typist include: communication skills, time management and organizational skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for typists?

Common licenses or certifications for typists include: Driver's License, Food Handler Certification and Certified Notary Public.

What are some job titles related to typists?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to typists include: sales, lead clerk (specialist iv) and administrative assistant.

What level of education is common for a typist?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a typist in Chicago, IL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a typist?

Most typists have 16 years of professional experience.

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