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US Department of the Air Force

ARCHIVIST

Montgomery, AL · On-site

$61K/yr

... or international law. OR EDUCATION: 2 years of progressively higher level graduate education ... meet archival standards. In addition, ability to organize information in a logical and easily ...

Uottawa

Archivist II, Digital Resources

Campus, IL

$80K - $102K/yr

Develops and documents practices for the arrangement, description, preservation, and management of born-digital archives in accordance with international standards and best practices. * Processing of ...

Charles River Laboratories, Inc.

... internationalen Unternehmen * eine intensive Einarbeitung * flexible Arbeitszeiten * eine aktive Mitgestaltung Ihres Tätigkeitsfeldes in einem motivierten Team und * eine angemessene Vergütung ...

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How much do international archivist jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for international archivist in the United States is $72,781.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,500.00 and $83,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the International Archivist position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an International Archivist, you need expertise in archival science, records management, and knowledge of international preservation standards—typically demonstrated by an advanced degree in archival studies, library science, or a related field. Familiarity with digital asset management systems, metadata standards like ISAD(G) or EAD, and professional certifications such as Certified Archivist (CA) are often required. Strong intercultural communication, adaptability, and organizational skills help you succeed when collaborating with global teams and managing diverse collections. These skills are critical for maintaining integrity, accessibility, and security of archival materials across different countries and regulatory environments.

What are typical daily responsibilities for an International Archivist?

As an International Archivist, your daily responsibilities often include organizing, cataloging, and preserving documents and digital archives from multiple countries and cultures. You will frequently collaborate with international partners, review legal and cultural requirements for handling sensitive materials, and ensure compliance with diverse regulatory standards. Additionally, you may be involved in digitization projects, conducting research for stakeholders, and training local staff in archival best practices. This role is dynamic and requires a balance of technical archival work and cross-cultural communication.

What does an International Archivist do?

An International Archivist manages, preserves, and organizes historical records and documents across different countries and cultures. They ensure valuable materials are accessible for research while adhering to international archival standards. Their work often involves digitization, conservation, and collaboration with global institutions. Additionally, they may travel to assess collections, develop preservation strategies, or assist with repatriation efforts. Strong knowledge of multiple languages and legal frameworks is often beneficial in this role.

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Infographic showing various International Archivist job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 81% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 12% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 1% Physical, and 99% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $72,781 per year, or $35 per hour.

Supervisory Archivist

Volunteer at NARA | National Archives

Washington, DC • On-site

$121K/yr

Other

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

This position is part of the National Archives and Records Administration, The incumbent of this position is located within the Office of Research Services, Digitization Division, serving as a first line supervisor. As such, the incumbent is responsible for assisting in the planning, directing, coordinating, and controlling of the internal and partnership digitization activities of the employees assigned.Qualifications:

You must meet the following requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement.
Specialized Experience for the GS-13 grade level is defined as one year of experience at the GS-12 grade level, or equivalent, that is typically in or related to the position and which equipped the candidate with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. Specialized experience for this position is defined as experience:

  • Leading a team, program, or project; AND
  • Utilizing archival principles relating to holding security, reference, processing, digitization, and accessioning concepts or laws, to provide advice and guidance to management relative to incorporating program strategies and goals into operational processes and work plans; AND
  • Managing multiple priorities.


In addition to the above requirements, you must meet the following requirements, if applicable (as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F):
Time-in-Grade: For the GS-13, you must have been at the GS-12level for 52 weeks.
Time After Competitive Appointment: Candidates who are current Federal employees serving on a non-temporary competitive appointment must have served at least three months in that appointment.

Education:

Education Requirements: The education generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Individual Occupational Requirements:
Basic requirements for all grades:

  • Bachelor's degree in archival science or bachelor's degree with a major that includes 18 semester hours in archival science, history and/or in political science or government, and 12 semester hours in one or any combination of the following: archival science, history, American civilization, economics, political science, public administration, or government.

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  • Combination of education and experience - at least 30 semester hours that included courses as shown above, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

Professional experience must have been in archival science, or in a directly related field of work such as history that involved the collection, appraisal, analysis, or synthesis of information having historical or archival values. The following are illustrative of kinds of experience that may be accepted as meeting the professional experience requirements: (1) experience as an archivist in Federal, state, religious institution, business, or other archives, or in manuscript depositories, and (2) experience of an archival nature that involved research in archival science, or in a directly related field such as history, government, economics, political science, international relations, or international law.

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