Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks

O*NET 43-4081.00 · SOC 43-4081

Projected Growth
+1.8%
2025–2035
Median Salary
$35k
BLS OEWS, May 2025
Annual Openings
36k
positions/year
Education Level
Zone 2
Some preparation needed (high school or short training)

Education & How to Get In

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Job Zone 2
Some preparation needed (high school or short training)

Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks roles typically require a high school diploma or equivalent, with most training happening on the job. This makes it one of the more accessible career paths — you can often start working while earning certifications or completing short-term training programs.

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Work Environment

Primary Setting

Structured — offices, data centers, or remote

Work Style

Independent — focused deep work with periodic team check-ins

Personality Fit (RIASEC)

Conventional (Organizers)5.7
Social (Helpers)4.5
Enterprising (Persuaders)3.8
Realistic (Doers)2.6
Artistic (Creators)1.4
Investigative (Thinkers)1.0

Who Thrives as Hotel?

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