Records and Information Management Coordinator

Career Guide

A Records and Information Management Coordinator helps an organization keep its records organized, secure, and easy to find. The role supports daily operations by managing how records are created, stored, retained, and disposed of, while helping teams follow internal policies and legal requirements.

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Key Responsibilities

Maintain an inventory of physical and digital records
Apply records classification and naming standards
Support document retention and disposition schedules
Coordinate secure storage and access permissions
Assist with records requests and information retrieval
Prepare records for audits and compliance checks
Train staff on basic records handling practices
Support migration of records into new systems
Track and report on records volumes and issues
Coordinate secure destruction and disposal processes

Top Skills for Success

Records Management

Document Control

Retention Scheduling

Information Governance

Compliance Awareness

Data Privacy Fundamentals

Access Control

Metadata Management

Quality Assurance

Process Improvement

Stakeholder Communication

Attention to Detail

Career Progression

Can Lead To

Records Analyst

Information Governance Analyst Document Control Specialist Compliance Coordinator Privacy Coordinator

Transition Opportunities

Records and Information Management Manager

Information Governance Manager

Compliance Manager Privacy Program Manager Risk Analyst

Common Skill Gaps

Often Missing Skills

Retention SchedulingInformation GovernanceMetadata ManagementeDiscovery BasicsData Privacy FundamentalsAudit ReadinessChange ManagementRecords Digitization

Development SuggestionsBuild strength in retention scheduling and privacy basics, then practice applying standards through real inventories and cleanups. Get hands-on experience with a records repository, access controls, and basic audit documentation.

Market Intelligence Report

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Salary & Demand

Median Salary Range

Entry LevelUSD 45,000 to 60,000

Mid LevelUSD 60,000 to 80,000

Senior LevelUSD 80,000 to 105,000

Growth Trend

Steady demand, driven by regulatory expectations, increased digital record volumes, cybersecurity needs, and system modernization projects.

Companies Hiring

Major Employers

Hospitals and health systemsInsurance providersBanks and credit unionsGovernment agenciesUniversities and collegesLaw firmsEngineering firmsConstruction companiesEnergy companiesPharmaceutical companies

Industry Sectors

HealthcareFinancial servicesGovernmentEducationLegal servicesEngineeringConstructionEnergyManufacturingTechnology

Recommended Next Steps

Create a sample retention schedule and apply it to a small set of record types

Audit an existing shared drive and propose a simple naming and folder standard

Build a records inventory template and use it to catalog one department

Document a basic intake process for records requests and tracking

Partner with legal, privacy, and security teams to understand key requirements

Learn one common records management system and practice metadata tagging

Pursue an entry-level records management or information governance certificate

Prepare a portfolio with before and after examples of organization and cleanup work