Senior Knowledge Management Specialist - Library and Research Information Services

UL Research Institutes • Evanston, IL

50d • Remote

About The Position

We have an exciting opportunity for a Knowledge Management Specialist at UL Research Institutes Library and Researcher Information Services (LRIS). The Knowledge Management Specialist supports the design, implementation, and governance of enterprise knowledge systems that enable discovery, interoperability, and strategic use of organizational knowledge. This role develops metadata frameworks, taxonomies, ontologies, and knowledge management platforms that surface research, expertise, and capabilities across the organization. Working collaboratively with IT, research units, and business stakeholders, the Knowledge Management Specialist advances secure, scalable, and user‑centered knowledge technologies that support evidence‑based decision‑making and enterprise‑wide knowledge visibility.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) or equivalent from an ALA accredited program.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in knowledge management, taxonomy, metadata, and content management post-MLIS degree.
• Experience developing KM systems that manage explicit, implicit, and tacit knowledge.
• Experience implementing KM methodologies, including knowledge mapping, taxonomy design development, capture, and content lifecycle management.
• Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining metadata strategies, policies, and workflows.
• Experience with ontology, taxonomy, and semantic knowledge tools e.g., PoolParty, Semaphore RDF, SPARQL.
• Experience with data management tools e.g., Collibra.
• Familiarity with graph databases and knowledge graph platforms e.g., Neo4j.
• Familiarity with AI tools and concepts applied to content automation and knowledge discovery.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong commitment to staying current with emerging trends and best practices in knowledge management and data management.
• Strong project management skills, with a high level of initiative and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and implementation of an enterprise knowledge management (KM) system, including frameworks, workflows, and governance models that enable cross‑division visibility into research, expertise, and institutional capabilities.
• Evaluate, select, and configure KM platforms and tools (e.g., SharePoint, Confluence, enterprise search, knowledge graphs, AI‑assisted retrieval systems) in partnership with IT and business units.
• Develop knowledge maps, capability directories, and expertise locators to surface institutional strengths and ongoing research across divisions.
• Promote knowledge‑sharing practices by developing training, documentation, and change‑management strategies that encourage adoption of KM tools and workflows.
• Support institutional data initiatives by contributing to data governance efforts, documentation, and the development of shared data standards.
• Design, implement, and maintain metadata schemas, controlled vocabularies, taxonomies, and ontologies to enhance discovery, interoperability, and long-term access.
• Ensure metadata quality and consistency, collaborating with data engineers to integrate taxonomies and ontologies into data pipelines, knowledge graphs, and AI-enabled systems.
• Serve as a Data Steward for library and knowledge-domain data, ensuring compliance with enterprise data governance standards, definitions, and quality expectations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• bonus compensation
• comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
• generous 401k matching structure of up to 5% of eligible pay
• additional 4% into your retirement saving fund after your first year of continuous employment
• flexible working arrangements
• paid time off, including vacation, holiday, sick, and volunteer days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior