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Archivists

  • Education and Training

Tasks

What tasks do Archivists perform?

  • Organize archival records and develop classification systems to facilitate access to archival materials.

  • Provide reference services and assistance for users needing archival materials.

  • Prepare archival records, such as document descriptions, to allow easy access to information.

  • Establish and administer policy guidelines concerning public access and use of materials.


Knowledge

What do Archivists need to know?

  • History and Archeology

    Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.

  • English Language

    Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

  • Customer and Personal Service

    Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.


Skills

What skills do Archivists need?

  • Reading Comprehension

    Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

  • Writing

    Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

  • Active Listening

    Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.



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