How in demand are office technicians?

How in demand are office technicians?

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  Economic Outlook The overall demand for office technicians is expected to grow by almost 20% by the year 2016, as projected by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, www.bls.gov. This growth can be attributed to increased use of office technology and increasing specialization of skills in office workers. Office technicians will be required to provide technical assistance to salespeople, executives, managers and other professionals with limited technical experience. Office technicians familiar with networking and data security principles will have especially bright career prospects due to changes and advancements in these technologies. Salaries for office technicians vary based upon the employer and required job duties, but most office technicians can expect to earn anywhere from $40,000 to $80,000 a year. Many office technicians may be able to build a network of local businesses and begin a career as a technology consultant, solving very specific and challenging problems with a much higher earnings potential.