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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for taxonomy in the United States is $56.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54.81 and $64.18 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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In a taxonomy position, your daily responsibilities may include designing and maintaining classification systems, developing controlled vocabularies, and organizing digital content for optimal search and navigation. You'll collaborate with product managers, UX designers, content creators, and data specialists to ensure taxonomies meet business and user needs. Regular tasks often involve auditing existing taxonomies, mapping new data, and updating documentation to reflect changes. This role requires both independent analysis and cross-functional teamwork, making it dynamic and integral to improving information architecture within the organization.

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A Taxonomy job involves organizing, categorizing, and structuring information to improve searchability and data management. Taxonomists create classification systems, metadata schemas, and controlled vocabularies to help users find relevant content efficiently. They often work in fields like e-commerce, libraries, knowledge management, and artificial intelligence. Their role is crucial for enhancing navigation, search functionality, and data consistency across digital platforms.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Taxonomy position, and why are they important?

To succeed in a taxonomy role, strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a background in information science, library science, or related fields are typically required. Familiarity with metadata standards, taxonomy management platforms (such as PoolParty or Synaptica), and experience with classification systems are important assets. Excellent collaboration, communication, and problem-solving abilities help taxonomy professionals work effectively with stakeholders from various departments. These skills are crucial for creating logical, user-friendly organizational structures that improve data discoverability and consistency across digital platforms.

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Information Resources Lead

Information Resources Lead

RIVA Solutions Inc.

Reston, VA • On-site

$95K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Description
Position: Information Resources Lead
Location: Hybrid or Remote
Terms: Full Time
Clearance: U.S. Citizenship Preferred; Ability to Obtain Public Trust
Travel: 0-10%
RESULTS. INNOVATION. VALUES. ACCOUNTABILITY.
That's RIVA.
We're a mission-driven IT services company and systems integrator supporting digital transformation and modernization for Federal government agencies. Since 2009, we've partnered with our customers to solve complex challenges through smart, practical innovation to deliver real outcomes where they matter most. Our teams are made up of industry-leading experts who are passionate about doing great work and making a difference. We don't just develop solutions-we support efforts that strengthen communities and serve the public good.
RIVA's culture is built on four core values: Results, Innovation, Values, and Accountability (R.I.V.A.). They guide how we work, how we collaborate, and how we measure success. Our employee-first approach is rooted in trust, ownership, and meaningful work. By investing in our people and fostering a flexible, supportive environment, employees have the opportunity to grow their skills, contribute ideas, and make an impact from day one-all while supporting missions that matter.
Position Overview
RIVA Solutions is seeking an Information Resources Lead to manage Federal information resources (IR) support services and digital knowledge management activities. The ideal candidate will lead virtual library operations, support research and literature search requests, manage taxonomy and metadata governance, coordinate user training, and collaborate with web services teams to improve searchability, accessibility, and organization of Federal client research and digital content.
Core Responsibilities
  • Lead day-to-day IR support services, including virtual library administration, reference and research requests, article fulfillment, literature searches, and research support inquiries.
  • Monitor the Federal client virtual library, evaluate content currency and functionality, coordinate updates with intranet and web staff, and maintain subscription and database access information.
  • Track IR service usage, request types, turnaround times, research study summaries, and workload metrics; provide status reports to the TOO and program leadership.
  • Manage subscription budgets, license records, purchases, renewals, registrations, acquisitions, vendor agreements, and IAA-related documentation.
  • Provide knowledge management and bibliographic reference management support using tools such as PubMed, NIH Library resources, DOCLINE, ILLIAD, EndNote, and related databases.
  • Coordinate and deliver 12-24 annual training sessions through webinars, phone, in-person, and group formats on virtual library resources and research tools.
  • Lead taxonomy governance and standardization across Federal client websites, including metadata tagging, controlled vocabulary updates, SEO/search improvements, and taxonomy testing.
  • Collaborate with web content and UX teams to assign keywords and taxonomy tags that improve content searchability and discoverability.
  • Conduct quality control and testing on taxonomy tagging, AI search, chatbot content, and search-related improvements in coordination with web services and QA teams.
  • Locate federally funded research studies, prepare concise summaries, and coordinate with web services teams to publish content in accessible, searchable Drupal/WCMS formats.

Minimum Qualifications
  • MLS/MLIS or equivalent education and experience in library science, information science, public health informatics, knowledge management, or research services.
  • Experience providing reference, research, literature search, information retrieval, and article or document fulfillment services.
  • Experience managing virtual library resources, subscriptions, licenses, vendor records, budget tracking, or electronic resource administration.
  • Experience with taxonomy, metadata, controlled vocabularies, tagging, content organization, SEO/search improvement, or information architecture.
  • Ability to provide user training and clearly communicate research strategies to staff with varying technical backgrounds.
  • Strong writing, editing, reporting, organization, customer service, and stakeholder coordination skills.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting public health, healthcare quality, evidence-based practice, government research, or scientific dissemination programs.
  • Experience with Drupal/WCMS, Jira, Confluence, Google Analytics, Optimal Workshop, Cision/Meltwater, PubMed, DOCLINE, NIH ILLIAD, OCLC, EndNote, or comparable tools.
  • Experience supporting AI search, chatbot content, knowledge bases, research study databases, or taxonomy governance initiatives.
  • MPH, DrPH, Certified in Public Health (CPH), or healthcare/public health domain experience preferred.

Salary
$95K
RIVA Benefits
  • Paid Time Off / Sick Leave
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • HSA/FSA Spending Accounts
  • Long- and Short-Term Disability
  • Pet Insurance
  • Wellness Program Initiatives
  • RIVA Flex (Flexible Hours and Hybrid Support, where applicable)
  • Additional Workplace Benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement
RIVA Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any protected class.
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