Heritage Officer
15AI EXPOSURE TODAY15
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST45%
NOT A FORECAST45%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYA
STARTING PAY£30,000 - £40,000
RELATIONAL MOATPeople want a real person for this. That preference is the protection.
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Heritage Officer
Heritage Officers play a crucial role in preserving and promoting the rich cultural tapestry of the UK, ensuring that historical sites and artifacts are safeguarded for future generations. This role not only contributes to the nation's identity but also enhances community engagement and tourism, making it vital for both local and global heritage appreciation.
THE DOOR: ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAY, graded A (easy) to E (extremely hard). A Careermash rule-of-thumb index built from our AI exposure index and the job's moat class. It is not a forecast and not a count of job openings.
AI EXPOSURE TODAY is a Careermash index from 0 to 100 of how exposed this job's everyday tasks are to AI today. We estimate it by matching published research on how people use AI to this job, usually by keyword or subject area, and we lower it where the work is protected (for example by physical, personal or legal requirements). It is not a direct measurement of how much people in this job use AI.
This job holds up well against AI
AI exposure today is low on our index (15), and people want a real person for this. That preference is the protection. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior Public History SpecialistIn this entry-level role, you will assist in research and content creation for exhibitions and educational programmes, gaining hands-on experience in public history.£30,000 - £40,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-level Public History SpecialistAs a mid-level specialist, you will lead projects, manage community engagement initiatives, and collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance public understanding of history.£45,000 - £60,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Public History ManagerIn this peak role, you will oversee large-scale public history projects, develop strategic partnerships, and influence policy related to heritage and public engagement.£70,000+
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The degree route
Courses in this career's subject area, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓Earth Sciences (International Programme)University College London · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£29,000 median
🎓Geography and Economics (Regional Science) with Professional ExperienceThe University of Reading · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£29,000 median
🎓Geography and Middle East StudiesUniversity of St Andrews · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£28,000 median
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GeologyUniversity of Exeter · DegreeOceanographyUniversity of Southampton · DegreeEarth Sciences (International Programme)University College London · DegreeGeographyBangor University · DegreeGeography and Economics (Regional Science) with Professional ExperienceThe University of Reading · DegreeGeography and Middle East StudiesUniversity of St Andrews · Degree