Clerks in public administration work in various areas of responsibility in the administrations and enterprises of the federal government, the Länder and local governments, skilled trades organizations, Chambers of Industry and Commerce, and the church administration of the Protestant member churches. They are also employed in institutions organized under private law. Their fields of activity include the application of law in various areas of work, finance, personnel management and organization. They are the addressees for organizations and citizens seeking advice, and take into consideration their special situation and interests.