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As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote file clerk in Ohio is $16.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.10 and $18.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Remote File Clerk is responsible for organizing, managing, and maintaining digital and electronic documents for a company or organization. Their duties typically include data entry, document classification, file organization, and ensuring records are easily accessible. They may also retrieve files, update records, and follow company policies for document security and confidentiality. This role requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and proficiency with document management software. Remote File Clerks work from home, communicating with team members via email, chat, or virtual meetings.

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Remote file clerks often encounter challenges such as managing high document volumes, maintaining accuracy with limited in-person supervision, and ensuring secure file sharing. Staying organized with digital tools, adhering to established filing protocols, and setting regular check-ins with team members can help overcome these obstacles. It’s also important to have a reliable internet connection and a dedicated workspace for uninterrupted work. Many companies provide onboarding and training resources to help remote clerks succeed and feel connected to their team.

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Defense Finance and Accounting Service

Cleveland, OH • On-site, Remote

$38K - $49K/yr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Defense Finance and Accounting Service rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 31 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

75th of 152 rated financial services

Job description

Summary
Defense Finance and Accounting Services (DFAS) mission is to lead the DoD in finance and accounting by ensuring the delivery of efficient, exceptional quality pay and financial information.
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Duties
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  • Sets up, operates, and monitors mail processing equipment (e.g. check inserter, postage metering machines, letter openers, and automated date stamper).
  • Performs maintenance and repair (clean/oil equipment, replace belts, gripper jaws, adjust belt tension, etc.); diagnoses malfunctions/makes corrective adjustments such as correcting the feed sequence in a multiple station envelope inserting machine.
  • Prepares outgoing material for dispatching; sorts mail into a variety of specialized categories such as first, third, and fourth class, foreign, U.S. Postal Service Express Mail, registered, certified, and priority mail.
  • Receives, sorts, classifies, and routes mail to personnel throughout the agency and supported units.
  • Opens, perforates, date stamps, and reads mail as necessary to determine routing by subject matter.

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Conditions of employment
  • ***This Job Opportunity Announcement is using an additional online assessment tool to evaluate applicants. Please review the HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED, HOW TO APPLY and WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT sections below for instructions.***
  • Suitable for Federal Employment
  • Registered for Selective Service (males born after 12-31-1959)
  • This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
  • Must be a U.S Citizen or National
  • New employees to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov.
  • A Pre-employment physical will be required.
  • The ability to handle mail bags and parcels weighing up to 70 pounds when processing incoming and outgoing mail is required.

Qualifications
One year of general experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade (GS-03) within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.
General experience is defined as: progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work that indicates ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position to be filled.
Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
GS-04 Substitution of Education for Experience: Two years of successfully completed education above the high school level in any field for which high school graduation, or the equivalent, is a prerequisite may be substituted to meet the general experience required.
Equivalent combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total experience requirements.
Official Transcripts: If the position you are applying for has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications (i.e. you would not qualify without the education obtained), you MUST submit transcripts with your application.
    • Official transcripts are not required at the time of application outside of what is outlined above; however, official transcripts must be verified PRIOR to appointment.
    • An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.
  • FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying or prior to appointment as outlined above.
    • Qualifying education from colleges and universities in foreign countries must be evaluated in terms of equivalency to that acquired in U.S. colleges and universities. Applicants educated in whole or in part in foreign countries must submit sufficient evidence, including transcripts, to an accredited private organization for an equivalency evaluation of course work and degree. You must provide a copy of the letter containing the results of the equivalency evaluation upon request. Failure to provide such documentation when requested will result in lost consideration.

For more information regarding evaluation of foreign education for federal employment, please visit the U.S. Department of Education
Additional information
  • Moving expenses will notbe paid.
  • This position is notcovered by a bargaining unit.
  • This position is Non-Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act.
  • The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable. For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA), for which some appointees are eligible, click here.
  • For positions where relocation is paid (see Location block of vacancy announcement), you can learn more about relocation allowances and entitlements.
  • Accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period, during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
  • Telework availability is limited and will only be provided on a rare case-by-case basis during situations where Agency Leadership has determined that telework serves a compelling DoD need.
  • Travel requirement is seldom
  • Retired Civil Service Employee: Employment of retired Federal employees receiving an annuity is subject to the requirements of the Department of Defense (DoD) policy guidance. (See DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 300,
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or be exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov).
  • Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Priority Consideration: If you are a displaced Federal Civil Service employee and attain a rating of at least 90, you may be entitled to receive special priority selection under the ICTAP. For more information on ICTAP, click here ICTAP Guidance. NOTE: If you have never worked for the Federal Government, you are NOT ICTAP eligible.
  • Drug Testing is not required.
  • Pay for first time hires to the Federal Government will typically be set at step 1 salary range for their respective grade level.
  • The Security Designation will vary and dependent upon position and may require a secret clearance or higher. Employment in this position requires a background investigation which may delay starting date. If you are selected and cannot obtain a favorable security determination within a reasonable period of time due to disclosed/undisclosed background issues, the employment offer may be withdrawn. Individuals selected are required to obtain/maintain a favorable security determination to occupy a sensitive position within the agency as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain eligibility to occupy a sensitive position may result in termination. For more information see the security section of Understanding Vacancy Announcements.
  • Criminal History Inquiries- For some positions, criminal history inquiries may not take place before you receive a conditional job offer. Please see Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019 (dfas.mil) for more information on The Fair Chance to Compete Act, exceptions, and DFAS contact information.
  • All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply online, you may contact 317-212-0454 for assistance.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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