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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 in 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:
• Participate on team tasked with exploring blog
  software & hosting; options and defining workflows &
  review/approval policies;
• Upgrade existing wiki to latest version of
  MediaWiki, or install and deploy Twiki software;
• Train information services staff on use of wiki;
• Implement/deploy blog software, and train staff on
  authoring and editing of blog posts, and use of linking and web
  syndication features;
• Work with information services staff to establish workflows,
  and policies etc.;
• Prepare documentation that includes logistics,
  workflow and staff training to ensure smooth operation beyond initial
  implementation.  

Qualifications

• MLS/MIS with emphasis on Web 2.0 applications
• Advanced student or new graduate will be considered;
• 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.

To Apply:

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Please send
email and cover letter to Recruiter at  href="mailto:jobs@libraryassociates.com">jobs@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

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