▼25%
C$55,506
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
10%
CA$41k
MEDIAN
CA$56k
90%
CA$71k
The average salary for a Documentation Specialist is C$55,506 in 2025
Base Salary
C$41k - C$71k
Bonus
C$900 - C$5k
Profit Sharing
C$0 - C$3k
Total Pay
C$39k - C$72k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Documentation Specialists?
What Do Documentation Specialists Do?
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How do Documentation Specialists Rate Their Jobs?
Based on 8 responses, the job of Documentation Specialist has received a job satisfaction rating of 3.75 out of 5. On average, Documentation Specialists are highly satisfied with their job.
Common Health Benefits for a Documentation Specialist
Medical
84%
Dental
82%
Vision
75%
None
16%
Gender Breakdown for Documentation Specialists
Female
96.6%
Male
3.4%
This data is based on 29 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Documentation Specialists
What is the highest pay for Documentation Specialists?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Documentation Specialist is CA$71k / year
What is the lowest pay for Documentation Specialists?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Documentation Specialist is CA$41k / year
How can Documentation Specialists increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Documentation Specialist is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Documentation Specialist that oversees more junior Documentation Specialists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.