Records Management Technicians
(NOC 1253)
in All Business, Finance, and AdministrationRecords management technicians use and maintain systems for the collection, classification, retrieval and retention of records, images, documents and information. Records management technicians work throughout the private and public sectors.
Job Outlook
Undetermined
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Compared to: All Business, Finance, and Administration
This is not a large occupation in Nova Scotia so job opportunities may not be that frequent. The number employed in this occupation is expected to remain largely the same over the next few years. With a large percent of workers being 55 years of age and older, retirements are expected to be a key contributor to employment opportunities over the coming years. Records Management Technicians most commonly work full-time hours. Also, a average portion of the workforce is self-employed, so having the option to "work for yourself" may appeal to some individuals’ interests/motivations.
The median employment income for 70% of Records Management Technicians who worked full-time, year-round in 2015 was $49,236. Across all occupations in Nova Scotia, 59% of those who worked full-time year round had a median employment income of $43,600.
(Source: 2016 Census)
Hourly Pay
$19.00
Minimum$28.80
Median$36.60
MaximumAnnual Pay
N/A
Minimum$46,976
MedianN/A
MaximumCompared to: All Business, Finance, and Administration
Hourly Pay
$14.00
Minimum$27.85
Median$38.46
MaximumAnnual Pay
$6,754
Minimum$36,515
Median$70,271
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
Records management technicians use and maintain systems for the collection, classification, retrieval and retention of records, images, documents and information. Records management technicians work throughout the private and public sectors.
Job duties
Records management technicians:
- Implement and update records classification, retention and disposal scheduling plans.
- Classify, code, cross-reference, log and store records.
- Develop document inventories and maintain indexes for classification systems.
- Use information retrieval systems to research and extract records according to guidelines in response to requests.
- Prepare and transfer information files according to established records management life-cycle procedures and schedules.
- Maintain access lists for security classified records.
- Compile statistics and reports on activities within records management services.
Sample job titles
- document technician
- information management technician
- microfilm camera operator
- microfilmer
- records classifier
- records digitizing technician
- records management technician
- records technician
Skills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills are important along with the ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities and demands. Familiarity with computer software and other office equipment is need along with a willingness to learn and adapt to continually changing equipment and software. You must display a strong level of attention to detail and be able to maintain a high degree of accuracy and speed. You should enjoy taking a methodical approach to compiling and classifying information, participating in data quality initiatives, operating information retrieval systems, and responding to requests for information.
Job requirements
- Records management technicians usually need a two- to three-year college program in information or records management technology.
Other considerations
- A large part of a typical day is spent working at a computer. Two to three years of experience in a records management environment may be required. Movement to supervisory positions is possible with additional training and experience.
By the numbers
Quick look
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Business, Finance, and Administration
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
Halifax
$48,533 median annual incomeSouthern
N/ANorth Shore
N/AAnnapolis Valley
N/ACompared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Public administration
Finance and insurance
Professional, scientific and technical services
Health care and social assistance
Wholesale trade
What is the age of Employment?
45-54
55-64
35-44
65+
Compared to: All Business, Finance, and Administration
45-54
55-64
35-44
25-34
65+
Top levels of education
College Diploma
$49,402 median annual incomeHigh school
N/ABachelor
N/ALess than high school
N/ADiploma Below Bachelor
N/ACompared to: All Business, Finance, and Administration
College Diploma
$36,304 median annual incomeHigh school
$32,903 median annual incomeBachelor
$41,755 median annual incomeTrade Certification
$34,807 median annual incomeLess than high school
$23,174 median annual incomeEducation & training
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
College, Trades, or University ProgramThese programs prepare students for the duties of administrative assistants and/or secretaries and stenographers. They include courses in business communications, principles of business law, word processing and data entry, office machines operation and maintenance, office procedures, public relations, secretarial accounting, filing systems and records management, and report preparation.
Institutions providing this program
Halifax, NS
Halifax, NS
Sydney, NS
Sydney, NS
Various, NS
Information Technology
College, Trades, or University ProgramThese programs focus on the design of technological information systems, including computing systems, as solutions to business and research data and communications support needs. They include courses in the principles of computer hardware and software components, algorithms, databases, telecommunications, user tactics, application testing, and human interface design.
Institutions providing this program
Wolfville, NS
Various, NS
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