Assistant director of archives NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for assistant director of archives.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for assistant director of archives is 50010 (Library, archive, museum and art gallery managers), a TEER 0 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's a high-wage occupation (Level 2): +40 CRS for 12+ months of Canadian work, or 70 for a job offer.
NOC code
50010
TEER 0 · skilled
High-wage
Level 2
+40 work · 70 job offer
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 50010 covers
Library, archive, museum and art gallery managers plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the activities of libraries, archives, museums, art galleries or departments within such institutions. They are employed in libraries, archives, museums and non-retail art galleries.
| Unit group | 50010 — Library, archive, museum and art gallery managers |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 0 — management occupations |
| Broad category | Occupations in art, culture, recreation and sport |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the activities of a library or library system, archive or archive system, museum or art gallery or a technical department within such an institution
- Develop and administer policies and programs
- Prepare and administer budgets
- Develop, promote and implement public relations and promotional programs
- Prepare funding and grant applications and proposals
- Prepare operational and financial reports, analyses and recommendations
To use NOC 50010 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 50010 →
Other job titles under NOC 50010
- Archives director
- Art gallery manager
- Chief librarian
- Library director
- Museum administrator
- Museum executive director
Calculate your CRS score → · All job titles A–Z · High-wage list
Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for assistant director of archives?+
In NOC 2021, "assistant director of archives" is an example title in unit group 50010 — Library, archive, museum and art gallery managers. It is a TEER 0 occupation in the "Occupations in art, culture, recreation and sport" broad category.
Is assistant director of archives eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 50010 is TEER 0, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does assistant director of archives get extra CRS points?+
Yes. NOC 50010 is on IRCC's high-wage list at Level 2. From November 3, 2026, 12+ months of qualifying Canadian work adds 40 CRS points, or a valid job offer is worth 70 (whichever is higher).
Can a assistant director of archives get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 50010 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says assistant director of archives but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 50010. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.