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O*NET-SOC 43-3071.00

Tellers

Receive and pay out money. Keep records of money and negotiable instruments involved in a financial institution's various transactions.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3
  1. Balance currency, coin, and checks in cash drawers at ends of shifts and calculate daily transactions, using computers, calculators, or adding machines.Core2549
  2. Receive checks and cash for deposit, verify amounts, and check accuracy of deposit slips.Core2551
  3. Monitor bank vaults to ensure cash balances are correct.Core2563
  4. Cash checks and pay out money after verifying that signatures are correct, that written and numerical amounts agree, and that accounts have sufficient funds.Core2550
  5. Count currency, coins, and checks received, by hand or using currency-counting machine, to prepare them for deposit or shipment to branch banks or the Federal Reserve Bank.Core2554
  6. Enter customers' transactions into computers to record transactions and issue computer-generated receipts.Core2553
  7. Examine checks for endorsements and to verify other information, such as dates, bank names, identification of the persons receiving payments, and the legality of the documents.Core2552
  8. Resolve problems or discrepancies concerning customers' accounts.Core2560
  9. Prepare and verify cashier's checks.Core2556
  10. Process transactions, such as term deposits, retirement savings plan contributions, automated teller transactions, night deposits, and mail deposits.Core2558
  11. Answer telephones and assist customers with their questions.Core21076
  12. Count, verify, and post armored car deposits.Supplemental2568
  13. Identify transaction mistakes when debits and credits do not balance.Core2555
  14. Carry out special services for customers, such as ordering bank cards and checks.Core2569
  15. Sort and file deposit slips and checks.Core2565
  16. Receive and count daily inventories of cash, drafts, and travelers' checks.Core2566
  17. Order a supply of cash to meet daily needs.Core2564
  18. Arrange monies received in cash boxes and coin dispensers according to denomination.Core2557
  19. Receive mortgage, loan, or public utility bill payments, verifying payment dates and amounts due.Core2559
  20. Explain, promote, or sell products or services, such as travelers' checks, savings bonds, money orders, and cashier's checks, using computerized information about customers to tailor recommendations.Core2561
  21. Obtain and process information required for the provision of services, such as opening accounts, savings plans, and purchasing bonds.Supplemental2571
  22. Perform clerical tasks, such as typing, filing, and microfilm photography.Supplemental2562
  23. Compute financial fees, interest, and service charges.Supplemental2570
  24. Compose, type, and mail customer statements and other correspondence related to issues such as discrepancies and outstanding unpaid items.Supplemental2572
  25. Process and maintain records of customer loans.Supplemental2567
  26. Quote unit exchange rates, following daily international rate sheets or computer displays.Supplemental2575
  27. Issue checks to bond owners in settlement of transactions.Supplemental2573
  28. Inform customers about foreign currency regulations and compute transaction fees for currency exchanges.Supplemental2574

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 16 examples in 10 categories, 6 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Electronic mail software

  • Email software
  • IBM Notes
  • Microsoft Exchange
  • Microsoft OutlookHot Technology

Document management software

  • Hyland Software OnBase

Accounting software

  • Information Technology Incorporated Premier Teller
  • Sage 50 Accounting
  • Southern Data Systems TellerPro

Enterprise resource planning ERP software

  • Jack Henry & Associates Vertex
  • Microsoft Dynamics

Spreadsheet software

  • Microsoft ExcelHot Technology

Office suite software

  • Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Presentation software

  • Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Operating system software

  • Microsoft WindowsHot Technology

Word processing software

  • Microsoft WordHot Technology

Data base user interface and query software

  • Total Turnkey Solutions E-Vision

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Getting Information

  • Obtain personal or financial information about customers or applicants.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information

  • Calculate financial data.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Processing Information

  • Verify accuracy of financial or transactional data.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Prepare cash for deposit or disbursement.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

  • Calculate costs of goods or services.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Working with Computers

  • Enter information into databases or software programs.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Documenting/Recording Information

  • Maintain financial or account records.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

  • Explain regulations, policies, or procedures.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Interpret financial information for others.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Communicating with People Outside the Organization

  • Answer telephones to direct calls or provide information.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Selling or Influencing Others

  • Sell products or services.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public

  • Respond to customer problems or complaints.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Answer customer questions about goods or services.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Performing Administrative Activities

  • File documents or records.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Prepare business correspondence.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Type documents.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Execute sales or other financial transactions.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Issue documentation or identification to customers or employees.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Send information, materials or documentation.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Monitoring and Controlling Resources

  • Collect deposits, payments or fees.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet
  • Order materials, supplies, or equipment.
    WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

    WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level

    • No tools yet
    • Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 21
Distinct tools0
Level mix
  • No tools yet

Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.