Qualifications Desired by Employers for Entry-Level Archivists in the United States

Abstract

Archivists occupy positions in a wide variety of agencies and institutions, presenting a broad diversity of professional responsibilities. It is important for employers to be able to identify individuals who possess the appropriate combination of educational preparation and practical training suitable to match the needs of their institutions. The author presents the results of a study designed to identify the qualifications desired by employers for entry-level archivists in the United States.