[Asis-l] Job Announcement: Information Specialist/Web Newsletter Editor (blogs, wikis, RSS)

[Patty De Anda]

LAC seeks an Information Specialist/Web Newsletter Editor to assist with implementing Web 2.0 tools (blogs, wikis, RSS) for communicating and interacting with a government agency research community, including promoting awareness of information products and services and educating the community on publishing opportunities, knowledge management, and research discovery. This is a 4-month project with some flexibility in schedule, located Gaithersburg, MD. 
 
Responsibilities
* Create an operating replacement for library's monthly newsletter, currently distributed in print and electronically, using Web 2.0 tools to deliver content.  
* Specific activities may include:
o Participate on team tasked with exploring blog software & hosting; options and defining workflows & review/approval policies;
o Upgrade existing wiki to latest version of MediaWiki, or install and deploy Twiki software;
o Train information services staff on use of wiki;
o Implement/deploy blog software, and train staff on authoring and editing of blog posts, and use of linking and web syndication features;
o Work with information services staff to establish workflows, and policies etc.;
o Prepare documentation that includes logistics, workflow and staff training to ensure smooth operation beyond initial implementation.  

Qualifications 
* Knowledge/experience with Windows environment;
* Experience with wiki software, such as MediaWiki or Twiki;
* Experience with proprietary or open source blog software, or hosted software services;
* Some knowledge of PHP, MySQL or Perl.
* Must be a U.S. Citizen.
To Apply:
·       Please send email and cover letter to Recruiter at jobs at libraryassociates.com with Information Specialist/Web Newsletter Editor and Job #944 in the Subject line of your email.
·       LAC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer who values diversity in the workplace.



 
Patty De Anda
Communications Coordinator
Library Associates Companies
6500 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 2240
Los Angeles, CA 90048
800 987 6794 toll free
323 302 9439 local
323 852 1093 fax
www.libraryassociates.com
pdeanda at libraryassociates.com

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