[Metadatalibrarians] Job Announcement: Assistant Taxonomist for part-time position (Glendale, CA)

[Patty De Anda]

Library Associates Companies (LAC) seeks an Assistant Taxonomist for immediate consideration for a part-time (approx. 25 hours per week) position of indefinite length, at a media firm in Glendale, CA. Our ideal candidate will have solid knowledge of and experience with thesaurus structure & development, controlled vocabularies, vocabulary enhancement, and knowledge of metadata and indexing. Experience with digital asset management is a plus. We are looking for a Librarian or library student who has completed coursework in this area.

RESPONSIBLITIES


 *   Edit and update collection of terms in an online taxonomy management system for consistent application in asset management programs for use in company's vocabulary system.
 *   Work with the lead Taxonomist and business stakeholders to assist in the development and application of company's taxonomies.
 *   Support and assist in the execution of taxonomy governance policies.

QUALIFICATIONS


 *   MLS/MLIS Degree or coursework completed toward degree;
 *   Experience with thesaurus construction and application;
 *   Familiarity with metadata standards and structures.

TO APPLY

*          Please email resume and cover letter to jobs at, jobs at libraryassociates.com<mailto:jobs at libraryassociates.com>;
*          Please use "Assistant Taxonomist #1220" as the subject line of your email and please let us know where you saw our posting.
*          LAC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer that seeks diversity in the workplace.



Patty De Anda

Communications & Projects Associate
Library Associates Companies / LAC
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<http://www.libraryassociates.com/>
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