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Archivist

Beltsville, MD · On-site

$60K - $72K/yr

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Master's degree in library and information science (MLIS) or equivalent graduate degree with coursework in archives management from an ALA-accredited program , OR a graduate degree in history, public ...

Archivist

Beltsville, MD

$60K - $72K/yr

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Master's degree in library and information science (MLIS) or equivalent graduate degree with coursework in archives management from an ALA-accredited program , OR a graduate degree in history, public ...

Archivist

Washington, DC

$73K - $85K/yr

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Experience supporting federal libraries, archives, museums, or cultural heritage institutions. * Familiarity with Library of Congress archival processing practices and standards. Physical ...

Archivist

Washington, DC · On-site

$73K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience supporting federal libraries, archives, museums, or cultural heritage institutions. * Familiarity with Library of Congress archival processing practices and standards. Physical ...

Archivist

Campus, IL · On-site

$60K - $64K/yr

  • Retirement

J. Quinney Outdoor Recreation Archives, in a renewable, rolling two-year period The Library anticipates hiring three positions simultaneously; applicants may indicate their preference to be ...

Archivist

Campus, IL · On-site

$60K - $64K/yr

  • Retirement

J. Quinney Outdoor Recreation Archives, in a renewable, rolling two-year period The Library anticipates hiring three positions simultaneously; applicants may indicate their preference to be ...

Coordinate and facilitate archives access requests by users as well as responding to information inquiries and reference requests. * Generate routine and/or ad-hoc reports for OCOMM management/OCOMM ...

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How much do archives job jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for archives job in the United States is $42,590.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,000.00 and $46,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Archives Job vs Records Clerk?

AspectArchives JobRecords Clerk
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in archives, history, or library scienceOften requires a high school diploma or associate degree
Work EnvironmentMuseum, library, or archival facilityOffice settings, government agencies, or corporate environments
Employer & IndustryArchives, museums, libraries, historical societiesGovernment agencies, corporations, healthcare, legal offices
Search & Comparison IntentFocus on preservation, cataloging, and managing historical recordsInvolves organizing, filing, and maintaining current records

Archives Jobs primarily focus on preserving and managing historical and archival materials, often requiring specialized education. Records Clerks handle day-to-day organization and filing of current records in various industries. While both roles involve record management, Archives Jobs are more specialized and historically oriented, whereas Records Clerks focus on administrative recordkeeping.

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Infographic showing various Archives Job job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,590 per year, or $20.5 per hour.

NAGPRA Collections Associate, Archives

University of New Mexico

Albuquerque, NM

$17 - $23.25/hr

Full-time

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Job description

The Maxwell Museum of Anthropology (MMA) at the University of New Mexico (UNM) seeks a NAGPRA Collections Associate to support the work of the Museum in NAGPRA documentation and compliance for archaeological collections. We seek an enthusiastic professional with knowledge or education in the field of archaeology, familiarity with the material culture of the U.S. Southwest, and experience in archival research and processing.
We are looking for an experienced, forward-thinking, collegial museum professional to work collaboratively to serve the Museum's mission of "working towards greater understandings of the fullness of human experiences in the Southwest and the world," and vision of "restoring voices, reconciling injustices and realizing community." Founded in 1932, the Maxwell Museum holds large anthropological collections in four collecting divisions (archaeology, ethnology, osteology, and archives), with particular strengths in scholarship and research in the U.S. Southwest. The successful candidate will be a member of the Museum's collection staff and will join a dedicated team of museum professionals in collections, archives, education, exhibitions, public programs and administration.
Position Summary:

Under supervision of the Archivist and the Collections Manager for Archaeology, the NAGPRA Collections Associate's primary duties will include activities to document and prepare archival collections and records to support the Museum's NAGPRA work. Responsibilities will include inventory and cataloging of records and archival materials on file in the Museum; updating database catalog records with additional information; rehousing archival materials (and other collections care activities); and tracking and maintaining records of project activities. In addition to the primary work to support the NAGPRA efforts for archival collections, the NAGPRA Collection Associate's will assist in general collections management tasks. This is a full-time, 3.5 year term position[CS1] , with possibility for renewal.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  •  Assist the Archivist and Collections Manager for Archaeology in inventorying, processing, cataloguing, and preventative conservation of archival collections at the museum.
  • Assist the Collections Manager for Archaeology in the review of museum collection records to support the museum's compliance with NAGPRA.
  • Compile information from archival records and documentation.
  • Update records in the Museum's CollectiveAccess database based on documentation and consultation.
  • Assist the Museum's NAGPRA Coordinator with tasks related to consultation, communication, documentation, and other relevant activities.
  • Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.



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