Archivists
SOC Code: 25-4011 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Appraise, edit, and direct safekeeping of permanent records and historically valuable documents. Participate in research activities based on archival materials.
Advertisement
Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Archivists. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area | $61,464 | $78,894 | $96,346 | $113,776 |
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $56,992 | $74,131 | $91,250 | $108,389 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV | $56,493 | $73,674 | $90,834 | $108,014 |
| Farmington, NM | $54,746 | $71,864 | $89,003 | $106,122 |
| Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area | $52,478 | $69,930 | $87,402 | $104,853 |
| Santa Fe, NM | $54,205 | $70,782 | $87,339 | $103,917 |
| Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA | $41,954 | $62,421 | $82,888 | $103,355 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $53,394 | $69,867 | $86,320 | $102,794 |
| Salisbury, MD | $50,918 | $68,162 | $85,405 | $102,648 |
| Albuquerque, NM | $51,750 | $68,682 | $85,634 | $102,565 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | 4.1 | |
| Writing | 3.9 | |
| Active Listening | 3.9 | |
| Speaking | 3.5 | |
| Active Learning | 3.4 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.4 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.2 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.1 | |
| Service Orientation | 3.1 | |
| Monitoring | 3.0 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| History and Archeology | 4.3 |
| English Language | 4.0 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.9 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.8 |
| Administration and Management | 3.7 |
| Administrative | 3.5 |
| Education and Training | 3.4 |
| Law and Government | 3.2 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Doctoral degree | 83.9% |
| Bachelor's degree | 6.5% |
| Post-doctoral training | 6.5% |
| Master's degree | 3.2% |
Typical Tasks
- Create and maintain accessible, retrievable computer archives and databases, incorporating current advances in electronic information storage technology.
- Organize archival records and develop classification systems to facilitate access to archival materials.
- Authenticate and appraise historical documents and archival materials.
- Provide reference services and assistance for users needing archival materials.
- Direct activities of workers who assist in arranging, cataloguing, exhibiting, and maintaining collections of valuable materials.
- Prepare archival records, such as document descriptions, to allow easy access to information.
- Preserve records, documents, and objects, copying records to film, videotape, audiotape, disk, or computer formats as necessary.
- Establish and administer policy guidelines concerning public access and use of materials.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Adobe Acrobat Adobe Creative Cloud software Adobe Illustrator Adobe InDesign Adobe Photoshop Extensible markup language XML Hypertext markup language HTML Microsoft Access Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Word Adlib Information Systems Adlib Archive Adobe Premiere Pro
Calculate your wage level for Archivists →
Advertisement
H-1B Guides & Resources
Looking for an H-1B immigration attorney?
Find experienced immigration lawyers in our attorney directory.