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Professional Typist Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Word Processor

Detroit, MI · On-site

$41K - $46K/yr

Previous experience of 2-5 years in a legal or professional environment preferred. * Must possess excellent typing skills; proficient in Microsoft Word, including styling. * Knowledge of legal terms ...

Word Processor

Detroit, MI

$41K - $46K/yr

Previous experience of 2-5 years in a legal or professional environment preferred. * Must possess excellent typing skills; proficient in Microsoft Word, including styling. * Knowledge of legal terms ...

Word Processor

Detroit, MI

$41K - $46K/yr

Previous experience of 2-5 years in a legal or professional environment preferred * Must possess excellent typing skills; proficient in Microsoft Word, including styling * Knowledge of Microsoft ...

... professionally * Answer and direct incoming phone calls * Provide information, assistance, and referrals as appropriate * Support daily administrative and clerical functions including filing, typing ...

Office Clerk

Roseville, MI · On-site

$18/hr

... AT OUR CLIENT, A PROFESSIONAL OFFICE LOCATED IN ROSEVILLE. $18/HOUR, CONTRACT TO HIRE ... Accurate data entry and typing skills (for Data Entry clerk) * Strong overall computer skills ...

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How much do professional typist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for professional typist in Michigan is $33,936.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29,600.00 and $35,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a professional typist?

A Professional Typist is responsible for efficiently typing documents, reports, or other written materials with speed and accuracy. They may work in various industries, including administrative offices, transcription services, publishing, or data entry. Their duties often include formatting documents, proofreading for errors, and maintaining confidentiality when handling sensitive information. Strong typing skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in word processing software are essential for this role.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a professional typist?

Professional Typists are responsible for transcribing handwritten or audio materials into accurate, formatted documents, often working on reports, correspondence, or data entry tasks. You may collaborate with supervisors, editors, or other team members to ensure all documentation meets company standards and deadlines. Depending on the employer, tasks can range from legal or medical transcription to general business documents, requiring adaptability and a keen eye for detail. Staying organized and prioritizing tasks are key to managing the steady flow of assignments efficiently. This role offers a structured work environment, with opportunities to expand into senior administrative or editorial positions as you gain experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a professional typist?

To thrive as a Professional Typist, you need exceptional typing speed and accuracy, a strong grasp of grammar and punctuation, and usually a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with word processing software like Microsoft Word and transcription tools is essential, and some positions may require certification in typing or transcription. Excellent attention to detail, time management, and strong organizational skills make candidates stand out in this role. These competencies ensure consistent, error-free work and help meet tight deadlines often required in professional typing assignments.

What does a professional typist do?

A professional typist transcribes written or audio content into digital text with accuracy and speed, often using word processing software or transcription tools. They may work in various settings such as offices, legal firms, or medical environments, and typically require strong typing skills and attention to detail.

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Infographic showing various Professional Typist job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 5% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,936 per year, or $16.3 per hour.

$16.75 - $19.50/hr

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Job description

POSITION: Leasing & Marketing Team Leader (Full-time, Non-Exempt)

COMPENSATION: Hourly Rate, plus Benefits and Bonus eligibility 

SUMMARY

As the Leasing & Marketing Team Leader, you are responsible for assisting the Community Manager in maintaining all aspects of property operations, but with a concentration on the leasing, marketing, resident relations and functions of the community. The Leasing & Marketing Team Leader strives for 100% occupancy through retention of existing residents, leasing current availability and pre-leasing of future availability.

RESPONSIBILITIES (Including but not limited to)

  • Utilize Company leasing expectations and procedures to warmly greet prospective clients, qualify, determine needs and preferences, professionally present the property and apartment homes, utilize feature/benefit selling, close the sale and follow-up.
  • Answer incoming phone calls professionally and handle accordingly, whether the caller is a prospective client, a client, an internal Company team member or a vendor.
  • Complete all lease applications and participate in the verification of applications. Notify prospective clients of results.
  • Maintain accurate client records in accordance with Company policy. Update daily reports concerning notice to vacate, vacancy reports, activity reports, etc. on a daily basis.
  • Maintain and perform upkeep of the tour route to ensure curb side appeal.
  • Assist residents with day to day tasks, as a part of the community's concierge program.
  • Participate in Cardinal U training as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 1-2 years of customer service and sales experience.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • High-energy and enjoys a fast pace environment.
  • Enjoy and take pride in providing excellent service.
  • Excellent customer service skills warm, friendly and helpful in person and on the phone.
  • Basic computer skills: typing and writing ability for correspondence, memos, etc.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Available to work evenings and weekends.
  • Ability to embody the Cardinal Culture and Cardinal Core Values every day.

CANDIDATES WITH THE FOLLOWING CAREER EXPERIENCE PREFERRED: 

  • Leasing Agent
  • Leasing
  • Real Estate
  • Leasing Specialist
  • Leasing Manager
  • Leasing Professional
  • Leasing Consultant

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Incumbents work both inside and outside of apartment buildings and in all areas of the property including amenities and have frequent exposure to outside elements where temperature, weather, odors, and/or landscape may be unpleasant and/or hazardous.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to use hands to finger, type, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The Team Member regularly required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms, and climb, stoop, or squat. Incumbents must be able to physically access all exterior and interior parts of the property and amenities and must be able to work inside and outside in all weather conditions including, but not limited to rain, snow, heat, hail, wind and sleet.

The Team Member must be able to push, pull, lift, carry, or maneuver weights of up to twenty (20) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Rare or regular travel may be required to assist properties as needed, attend training classes or other situations necessary for the accomplishment of some or all of the daily responsibilities of this position.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position.  Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their Team Leader.

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