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Description
Are you passionate about bringing order to information and turning archives into powerful, accessible resources?
Do you enjoy transforming documents into organized, high-quality digital assets that teams can rely on?
The Information and Data Resources team within the Force Projection Sector is looking for a driven, detail-oriented Knowledge Management Analyst to help elevate and modernize our internal document repository. This is an opportunity to play a key role in preserving and enhancing critical organizational knowledge - ensuring our materials are accurate, accessible, and built to last.
In this role, you'll lead the effort to convert legacy materials into high-quality digital files that meet accuracy and formatting standards. Your work will directly improve how teams find, use, and trust the information that supports their mission.
Key responsibilities
Qualifications
You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...
About Us
Why Work at APL?
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.
At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu.
The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Minimum Rate
$17.40 Hourly
Maximum Rate
$33.50 Hourly
Are you passionate about bringing order to information and turning archives into powerful, accessible resources?
Do you enjoy transforming documents into organized, high-quality digital assets that teams can rely on?
The Information and Data Resources team within the Force Projection Sector is looking for a driven, detail-oriented Knowledge Management Analyst to help elevate and modernize our internal document repository. This is an opportunity to play a key role in preserving and enhancing critical organizational knowledge - ensuring our materials are accurate, accessible, and built to last.
In this role, you'll lead the effort to convert legacy materials into high-quality digital files that meet accuracy and formatting standards. Your work will directly improve how teams find, use, and trust the information that supports their mission.
Key responsibilities
- Perform quality-control checks on each scanned file (clarity, completeness, correct orientation) and re-scan as needed
- Systematically rename, index, and organize digital files to ensure consistency, accuracy, and ease of retrieval
- Enter metadata and maintain tracking logs in Microsoft Excel spreadsheets and custom in-house document repository
- Develop and format clear, standardized project documentation-such as scanning logs and cover sheets-using Microsoft Word to support accuracy and traceability
- Securely handle confidential and sensitive information in accordance with data protection regulations
- Identify opportunities to improve scanning workflows, file naming, and storage practices; suggest process enhancements
- Assist with occasional ad hoc data entry or filing tasks as directed
Qualifications
You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
- Are pursuing a Bachelor's degree
- Possess a strong attention to detail
- Work independently
- Have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
- Hold an active Secret security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.
You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...
- Have taken coursework in Information Management and/or Library Science (MLS/MLIS)
- Have experience digitizing materials or managing metadata
- Have experience in an academic or corporate archive
- Have experience with Microsoft Word and Excel for tracking and reporting and/or Adobe Acrobat for PDF management
About Us
Why Work at APL?
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.
At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu.
The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Minimum Rate
$17.40 Hourly
Maximum Rate
$33.50 Hourly
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