Professional archivists are expected to adhere to the code
of ethics promulgated by the Society of American Archivists;
they are expected to attain and exhibit competence in the seven domains of archival work identified by the Society of American Archivists as necessary to fully productive archival performance; and, they are further expected to continue to grow and develop professionally.

Adopted at the Business Meeting of the Society of Tennessee Archivists, held at the Southern Archives Conference, April 14, 2000, in Memphis, Tennessee.