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The State of Arizona

Board of Appeals Clerk

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$50K - $55K/yr

Prepare documents for transfer to retention or archives. Clerk to the Selection Board. Provide technical assistance to the public board consisting of the Governor, Attorney General, and State ...

Oak Park

Deputy Village Clerk

Oak Park, IL · On-site

Village Clerk FLSA: Non-Union Exempt Pay Grade: 4 Class specifications are intended to present a ... archival practices. 6. Assist with records inventories, digitization initiatives, archival ...

The Fountain Group

File Clerk

Rochester, NY · On-site

$20/hr

File Clerk Location: Rochester, NY Pay Rate: $20/hr Duration: 3 Months The File Clerk (Temporary ... Electronic archive maintenance * Clerical support in document-intensive environments By applying ...

Office of Clerk Circuit Court

RETENTION CLERK

Kissimmee, FL · On-site

$13.75 - $17/hr

... transfer, archival, or lawful disposition of records in accordance with established retention ... The Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller does not discriminate on the basis of race ...

Washington County

Deputy Clerk

Saint George, UT · On-site

$21.26/hr

Deputy Clerk IN THEWashington County Clerk/ Auditor's OfficeFULL TIME / WITH BENEFITS$21.26 per ... Maintain, scan, file, archive, and retrieve confidential records.Use office software, databases ...

New

Washington County

Deputy Clerk

Saint George, UT · On-site

$21.26/hr

Deputy Clerk IN THE Washington County Clerk/ Auditor's Office FULL TIME / WITH BENEFITS $21.26 per ... Maintain, scan, file, archive, and retrieve confidential records. * Use office software, databases ...

Washington County, Utah

Deputy Clerk

George, IA

$21.26/hr

Deputy Clerk IN THE Washington County Clerk/ Auditor's Office FULL TIME / WITH BENEFITS $21.26 per ... Maintain, scan, file, archive, and retrieve confidential records. * Use office software, databases ...

New

Washington County

Deputy Clerk

Saint George, UT · On-site

$21.26/hr

Deputy Clerk IN THE Washington County Clerk/ Auditor's Office FULL TIME / WITH BENEFITS $21.26 per ... Maintain, scan, file, archive, and retrieve confidential records. * Use office software, databases ...

City of Las Vegas

City Clerk

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$132K - $212K/yr

Office of the City Clerk Opening Date: 09/01/2026 Closing Date: 9/22/2026 11:59 PM Pacific ... Maintain custody of official records and archives of the City including ordinances, resolutions ...

City of Las Vegas, NV

City Clerk

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$132K - $212K/yr

Office of the City Clerk Opening Date: 09/01/2026 Closing Date: 9/22/2026 11:59 PM Pacific ... Maintain custody of official records and archives of the City including ordinances, resolutions ...

Humetis Group

Filing Clerk (764416)

North Natick, MA · On-site

$17 - $20.50/hr

Filing Clerk Location: Natick, MA 01760 Duration: 1+ Month Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM-4:30 ... Scan, organize, and archive documents for easy retrieval * Ensure compliance with record retention ...

GovernmentJobs.com

Recorder-Clerk I

San Andreas, CA · On-site

Create archival images and copies. * Serve as the initial public contact for the office by ... Recorder Clerk II (in addition to above) * Examine more complex documents for sufficiency ...

City of Las Vegas

NV

$132K - $212K/yr

Maintain custody of official records and archives of the City including ordinances, resolutions ... Plan, direct, coordinate and review the work plan for the City Clerk's Office; assign work ...

Josephine County

Chief Deputy Clerk

Grants Pass, OR · On-site

$71K/yr

Assists the County Clerk with the record management of the archives (land records, marriages, Board of Commissioner filings) within the office and State Archives per Oregon Revised Statues. Performs ...

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How much do archives clerk jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for archives clerk in the United States is $19.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an archives clerk?

Archives Clerks are administrative professionals responsible for organizing, maintaining, and retrieving records and documents within an organization. They ensure that important files, both physical and digital, are properly stored, cataloged, and accessible when needed. Archives Clerks may also help with document preservation, processing requests for information, and assisting with audits or records retention schedules. Their work is crucial in ensuring that valuable organizational information is secure and easy to locate.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an archives clerk?

To thrive as an Archives Clerk, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with records management principles, typically with a high school diploma or equivalent. Proficiency with database management systems, digital archiving software, and basic office computer applications is commonly required. Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving abilities help you interact with staff and efficiently handle archival requests. These skills are crucial to maintain accurate records, ensure data integrity, and support smooth information retrieval in archival environments.

How does an archives clerk typically collaborate with other departments within an organization?

Archives Clerks often work closely with departments like legal, human resources, and administration to ensure that records are correctly filed, retrieved, and maintained according to compliance standards. Collaboration may involve processing requests for archived materials, assisting with audits, and supporting digitization projects. Effective communication and attention to confidentiality are essential, as these interactions help keep organizational records accurate and accessible while safeguarding sensitive information.

What is the difference between Archives Clerk vs Records Clerk?

AspectArchives ClerkRecords Clerk
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer certification in records managementHigh school diploma or equivalent; often similar certifications in records management
Work EnvironmentLibraries, archives, museums, government agenciesOffices, government agencies, healthcare facilities
Job DutiesOrganizing, cataloging, preserving historical or archival materialsMaintaining, filing, retrieving current records and documents
Industry UsagePrimarily in archival and historical institutionsIn various industries like healthcare, government, and corporate offices

While both roles involve managing records, Archives Clerks focus on preserving and organizing historical or archival materials, often in specialized environments like museums or libraries. Records Clerks handle current, active records in office settings. The roles share similar credentials and certifications but differ mainly in the type of records managed and work environment.

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Infographic showing various Archives Clerk job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 56% Full Time, 42% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,321 per year, or $19.4 per hour.

AY 2026/27 - Student - Archival Clerk

Wheaton, IL • On-site

Wheaton College
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The Wheaton Archives & Special Collections invites undergraduate and graduate students to apply for the Archival Clerk position. Archival Clerks support the mission of the Archives & Special Collections by contributing to processing, preservation, and digitization projects, and providing prompt access to archival materials requested by users. Qualified candidates should be flexible, enthusiastic, detail-orientated, and able work independently. Archival Clerks will be required to maintain the confidentiality of restricted archival materials and be able to lift boxes of up to 40 pounds.
The position is 10 hours/week for the 2026/2027 academic year and reports to a designated Archives & Special Collections staff member. This position is not eligible for Federal Work Study.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Paging and refiling archival materials for researcher use in the Manuscripts Reading Room.
  • Assisting with archival processing projects, including sorting, arranging, and describing archival materials.
  • Transcribing oral history interviews.
  • Contributing to digitization efforts, including photographs, sound and moving image recordings.
  • Perform light office duties, including dusting and cleaning storage spaces, running campus errands to Bookstore, CPO, Student Services, etc.
  • Assist with accessioning new collections, including unloading and inventorying shipments of archival materials.
  • Other duties and special projects as assigned.

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