Historians
SOC Code: 19-3093 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Research, analyze, record, and interpret the past as recorded in sources, such as government and institutional records, newspapers and other periodicals, photographs, interviews, films, electronic media, and unpublished manuscripts, such as personal diaries and letters.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Historians. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $63,794 | $87,963 | $112,133 | $136,302 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV | $63,066 | $87,235 | $111,405 | $135,574 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $62,899 | $87,069 | $111,218 | $135,387 |
| Winchester, VA-WV | $63,066 | $87,152 | $111,238 | $135,325 |
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD | $62,629 | $86,341 | $110,053 | $133,765 |
| Northwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area | $61,443 | $85,530 | $109,616 | $133,702 |
| Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area | $61,714 | $85,530 | $109,346 | $133,162 |
| Richmond, VA | $61,402 | $85,197 | $109,013 | $132,808 |
| Salisbury, MD | $55,806 | $78,707 | $101,587 | $124,488 |
| Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, VA | $63,274 | $83,158 | $103,043 | $122,928 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | 4.8 | |
| Critical Thinking | 4.1 | |
| Writing | 4.1 | |
| Active Learning | 4.0 | |
| Speaking | 4.0 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.4 | |
| Learning Strategies | 3.2 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.1 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.1 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| History and Archeology | 4.6 |
| English Language | 4.1 |
| Sociology and Anthropology | 3.6 |
| Geography | 3.5 |
| Administrative | 3.5 |
| Education and Training | 3.3 |
| Communications and Media | 3.0 |
| Fine Arts | 2.9 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Doctoral degree | 64.5% |
| Bachelor's degree | 10.2% |
| Less than high school | 9.4% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 8.2% |
| Post-first professional | 6.5% |
Typical Tasks
- Organize data, and analyze and interpret its authenticity and relative significance.
- Gather historical data from sources such as archives, court records, diaries, news files, and photographs, as well as from books, pamphlets, and periodicals.
- Trace historical development in a particular field, such as social, cultural, political, or diplomatic history.
- Conduct historical research as a basis for the identification, conservation, and reconstruction of historic places and materials.
- Conduct historical research, and publish or present findings and theories.
- Speak to various groups, organizations, and clubs to promote the aims and activities of historical societies.
- Prepare publications and exhibits, or review those prepared by others, to ensure their historical accuracy.
- Research the history of a particular country or region, or of a specific time period.
Technology Skills
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