1. Stanford University
Stanford, CA • Private
In-State Tuition
$51,354
Enrollment
7,083
Document control specialists ensure that their organization's forms are created according to legal and company regulations. They process and analyze critical documents like requests for information (RFI), archive documents, and even review incoming papers.
Document control specialists may also be required to create digital copies of various forms and documents for archives. The job tends to be repetitive because it involves continually checking documents for specific parents.
A day in the life of a document control specialist may involve organizing, scanning, and archiving documents. They may also retrieve records from the archives and create copies as needed. Some document control specialists may train staff on proper documentation procedures. In specific situations, these professionals also assist with file migrations and administrative tasks.
To become a document control specialist, you need a minimum of a high school diploma. However, some employers favor applicants with an associate's degree when filling this role. You also need skills like organization, prioritization, and multitasking.
