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Heritage Werks, Inc.

Senior Archivist

Duluth, GA

You will drive archival projects from initial assessment through organization, cataloging, preservation, and activation, ensuring both archival integrity and strategic value. Your responsibilities ...

ASBURY THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY

Archivist

Wilmore, KY · On-site

Position Title: Archivist Department: Library Information and Technology Services Reports to ... Ability to manage multiple projects, shift priorities and cope with ambiguity and change. * Ability ...

Heritage Werks, Inc.

Archivist

Duluth, GA · On-site

... Archivist who brings equal parts of precision and curiosity. Someone who thrives on structure ... to high-profile projects across a wide range of industries. You'll join a passionate team ...

Heritage Werks, Inc.

Archivist

Suwanee, GA

What You'll Do As an Archivist, you'll work hands-on with legacy collections of all sizes. You'll ... Strong project and time management skills Willingness to work at any location of Heritage Werks as ...

Heritage Werks, Inc.

Research Archivist

Duluth, GA

Providing specialized archival research support across a wide range of client projects and ... industries * Conducting thorough reference interviews to clarify research needs, define scope, and ...

Heritage Werks, Inc.

Research Archivist

Duluth, GA · On-site

Providing specialized archival research support across a wide range of client projects and ... industries * Conducting thorough reference interviews to clarify research needs, define scope, and ...

State of Washington

Acquisitions Archivist

Olympia, WA

$51K - $69K/yr

Performs projects to ensure records match descriptive information. Using a variety of sources, searches the Archives for any records that are temporarily unlocatable. Follows arrangement and ...

Heritage Werks, Inc.

Research Archivist

Suwanee, GA · On-site

Providing specialized archival research support across a wide range of client projects and ... industries * Conducting thorough reference interviews to clarify research needs, define scope, and ...

Heritage Werks, Inc.

Research Archivist

Duluth, GA · On-site

Providing specialized archival research support across a wide range of client projects and ... industries * Conducting thorough reference interviews to clarify research needs, define scope, and ...

Christian Science

Assistant Archivist

Boston, MA · On-site

$29.48 - $38.32/hr

Participates in MBEL-wide projects, such as exhibit development and publishing projects * Assists ... N/A Regular Contacts The Assistant Archivist will primarily support the work of Special Collections ...

Davoil, Inc.

Archivist and Historian

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

Archivist and Historian - Family Office (Project-Based) Location: Fort Worth, Texas Position Type: Full-time, project-based, approximately 12 to 24 months Reports to: Family Office Leadership ...

State of Washington

Research Archivist

Bellevue, WA · On-site

Citizens depend on the Archives to research genealogy, state and city history, property transfers, legislative intent, court records, and academic projects. The Secretary of State also administers ...

State of Washington

Acquisitions Archivist

Olympia, WA · On-site

$51K - $69K/yr

Performs projects to ensure records match descriptive information. * Using a variety of sources, searches the Archives for any records that are temporarily unlocatable. * Follows arrangement and ...

Heritage Werks, Inc.

Research Archivist

Suwanee, GA

Providing specialized archival research support across a wide range of client projects and ... industries * Conducting thorough reference interviews to clarify research needs, define scope, and ...

State of Washington

Research Archivist

Olympia, WA

$51K - $69K/yr

Citizens depend on the Archives to research genealogy, state and city history, property transfers, legislative intent, court records, and academic projects. The Secretary of State also administers ...

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As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for project archivist in the United States is $22.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $30.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Project Archivist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Project Archivist, you need expertise in archival theory and practice, information organization, and a degree in library science, archival studies, or a related field. Familiarity with archival management systems (such as ArchivesSpace), digitization tools, and relevant metadata standards like DACS or EAD is typically required. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication help ensure materials are accurately processed and described. These skills are crucial for preserving and providing access to valuable historical records efficiently and according to best practices.

What are Project Archivists?

Project Archivists are professionals who manage, organize, and preserve collections of historical documents, records, or artifacts for a specific project or limited duration. They typically appraise, arrange, describe, and provide access to materials, ensuring their long-term preservation and accessibility. Project Archivists may work in museums, libraries, universities, corporations, or government agencies, often focusing on a particular collection or archival initiative. Their work is essential for maintaining the integrity and usability of valuable records and historical materials.

What are some common challenges faced by Project Archivists when managing large-scale archival projects?

Project Archivists often encounter challenges such as handling unorganized or fragile materials, balancing preservation with access needs, and meeting tight project deadlines. They must also navigate varying metadata standards and coordinate with multiple stakeholders, including donors and institutional staff. Effective communication, strong organizational skills, and adaptability are essential for overcoming these hurdles and ensuring successful project completion.
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Supervisory Archivist

Supervisory Archivist

National Archives and Records Administration

Washington, DC • On-site, Remote

$121K - $158K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

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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.
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Duties
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As a Supervisory Archivist, you will:
  • Ensure and manage the active participation of the staff in digitization projects and other archival assignments.
  • Assist in implementing the Digitization Division's program for digitizing and providing public access to federal and donated records.
  • Provide supervisory oversight and project management for the archival staff and collaborate with other supervisors throughout the Digitization Division.
  • Establish and monitor with the Branch Chief and other Unit managers, digitization priorities and work plans for the unit.

Requirements
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Conditions of employment
  • A probationary or trial period may be required. Continued employment is contingent upon supervisory certification that continued employment will benefit the Federal Service; the certification will occur no less than 30 days before the end of the probationary/trial period.
  • A one year supervisory or managerial probationary period may be required.
  • Must successfully complete a background investigation.
  • Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
  • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
  • Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form i-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.

Key Requirements:
  1. Please refer to "Conditions of Employment."
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  3. Must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Nationals.
  4. Public Trust background investigation will be required.

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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  • We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.
  • When the National Archives and Records Administration completes their selections, the remaining lists of qualified candidates may be shared with hiring managers and Human Resources specialists at additional offices, bureaus, or agencies who are hiring for similar positions. You will have an opportunity to opt-in if you would like your name, application material, and assessment results shared with additional offices or bureaus. There is no guarantee of further consideration, and you can continue to explore other job opportunity announcements.
  • This is a non-bargaining unit position.
  • We offer opportunities for telework, per Agency policy.
  • We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules, per Agency policy.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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