In a typical work setting, credit checkers and authorizers:
Interpersonal Relationships
- Have a high level of contact with others.
- Communicate by telephone, e-mail, letters, memos, and in person on a daily basis.
- Almost always work as part of a team.
- Are often placed in conflict situations in which people might become unpleasant or angry.
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- Are responsible for the work done by other workers.
Physical Work Conditions
- Always work indoors.
Work Performance
- Must fully complete and be exact in their work. They must be sure that they offer credit to those who will pay their bills.
- Repeat the same physical activities of entering or locating data.
- Make decisions that strongly impact their company and customers on a daily basis.
- Make most or all of their decisions without consulting a supervisor first.
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- Set nearly all of their daily tasks and goals independently.
- Work in a competitive atmosphere where daily deadlines must be met.
Hours/Travel
- May work part time or full time. Most work full time.
- May work overtime, especially during the winter holiday season.
- May work nights or weekends.
- Generally work an established schedule.