O’Toole, J. M., (1990). The archivist’s task: Responsibilities and duties. In Understanding archives and manuscripts (pp. 61-69). Chicago: Society of American Archivists.
Regardless of the size or type of collection, all archivists are concerned with preserving the valuable records of society. The job of archivist is varied one. Some of the task involve:
Saving and acquiring new records: Records are identified, appraised, and acquired, and necessary preservation steps are taken.
Records must be arranged: Arrangement will depend in large part on the type of collection. For example, a collection might be arranged by departments in an organization or by activities for a personal collection (letters, photographs, etc.).
Once records are arranged, they must be described: Similar to classifying library materials, archival records must be classified and metadata applied.
Records are made available physically and/or virtually: This must be done in an ethical, fair manner.
Archivists must publicize and share their collections: A variety of methods are available including publication in journals and societies. Exhibits and outreach programs are also an important tool for public relations and awareness.
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