Archivists

Also Called: Archivist, Records Manager, University Archivist

Master's Degree

usually needed

Not Available
(Students Only)
Match Percentage

$37,720

Entry Salary

Bright

Job outlook

What Archivists do

Appraise, edit, and direct safekeeping of permanent records and historically valuable documents. Participate in research activities based on archival materials.

  • Organize archival records and develop classification systems to facilitate access to archival materials.
  • Provide reference services and assistance for users needing archival materials.
  • Prepare archival records, such as document descriptions, to allow easy access to information.
Industry Areas:

Hospitality • Retail Sales and Services

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Work Context

  • Electronic Mail
  • Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
  • Telephone
  • Face-to-Face Discussions
  • Importance of Being Exact or Accurate

Tools

  • Scanners
  • Notebook computers
  • Inkjet printers
  • Digital cameras
  • Desktop computers

Technology

Data base user interface and query software
FileMaker Pro
Microsoft Access
Presentation software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Graphics or photo imaging software
Adobe Systems Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Systems Adobe Photoshop

The Education & Training You Need

Skills

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Writing
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
  • Active Learning

Knowledge

Arts and Humanities
history and archeology
English language
Business
customer service
administrative services
Engineering and Technology
computers and electronics
Education and Training
teaching and course design

Education

  • 81% Master's degree
  • 13% Bachelor's degree
  • 3% Post-baccalaureate certificate

Experience

Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience are needed for these occupations. Many require more than five years of experience. For example, surgeons must complete four years of college and an additional five to seven years of specialized medical training to be able to do their job.

What are some related occupations at different educational levels?


Actors

Educational Level

High School Diploma or Equivalent

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Educational Level

Post-secondary, non-degree

 Job Training Match

Camera Operators, Television, Video, & Film

Educational Level

Associate's Degree

Compliance Managers

Educational Level

Bachelor's Degree

Archivists Currently Selected

Educational Level

Advanced Degree

What are your training options on the pathway to this occupation?

Advanced Training

There are currently no advanced training opportunities for this career.

ACT & College

  • Aaniiih Nakoda College

    Harlem, MT

  • Abilene Christian University

    Abilene, TX

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Are You a Good Fit?

Occupation Traits

    • Conventional (Organizer)
    • Investigative (Thinker)

Work Styles

  • Attention to Detail
  • Integrity
  • Dependability
  • Cooperation
  • Achievement/Effort
  • Analytical Thinking

Values

  • Independence
  • Achievement
  • Recognition

Abilities

  • Verbal
  • Ideas and Logic

This is what Archivists across the country typically make.

$18.14 / hour
$37,720 /year

Entry Level

$28.80 / hour
$59,910 /year

Median Level

$49.52 / hour
$103,000 /year

Experienced Level

Income information reflects a regional average.
Income information reflects a national average.

This career’s National Job Outlook is

Bright

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