Information Governance Specialist

Idaho National Laboratory; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 47,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid time off

Relocation package

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The Information Governance Specialist at Idaho National Laboratory will support the Scientific and Technical Information Program (STIP) by guiding information through identification, review, storage, release, and retention in line with DOE requirements and INL policies.

The role requires coordinating workflows, training staff, auditing compliance, and driving program improvements across metadata standards and system requirements to protect and provide access to STI throughout its lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Management or related field.
• 2 years of relevant experience or an advanced degree in the same fields.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE “L” security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Direct program implementation by interpreting applicable requirements and determining how they must be applied within the laboratory.
• Define program expectations and standards for how information is reviewed, stored, released, and retained across its lifecycle.
• Advise, instruct, and direct laboratory staff on required processes and actions to ensure compliance with program obligations.
• Assess and audit program performance to verify organizational adherence to information management, lifecycle, and compliance requirements.
• Establish, maintain, and enforce lifecycle workflows, metadata standards, and system requirements.
• Evaluate issues and system behavior, determine programmatic impacts, and collaborate with technical teams to prioritize and implement corrective actions.
• Develop authoritative program documentation, including procedures, job aids, instructions, and training that define how requirements must be implemented.
• Lead user training and program communications, ensuring personnel understand required responsibilities and practices.
• Recommend and drive program improvements, including process modernization, system enhancements, and lifecycle related decision changes.
• In STIP focus areas, identify STI subject to DOE requirements; interpret and apply DOE and OSTI requirements governing STI submission and dissemination; oversee submissions, reviews, approvals, releases, as well as OSTI reporting workflows.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Management / related field

Advanced degree in Information Management / related field

Job description

Job Description

The Information Governance Specialist role supports INL’s Scientific and Technical Information Program (STIP) by providing process, system, and customer support throughout the STI lifecycle. This role ensures scientific and technical information is properly identified, reviewed, stored, released, retained, protected, and made accessible in accordance with DOE requirements, INL policies, contractual obligations, and applicable information‑protection requirements.

Essential Job Functions And Responsibilities

• Direct program implementation by interpreting applicable requirements and determining how they must be applied within the laboratory.
• Define program expectations and standards for how information is reviewed, stored, released, and retained across its lifecycle.
• Advise, instruct, and direct laboratory staff on required processes and actions to ensure compliance with program obligations.
• Assess and audit program performance to verify organizational adherence to information management, lifecycle, and compliance requirements.
• Establish, maintain, and enforce lifecycle workflows, metadata standards, and system requirements.
• Evaluate issues and system behavior, determine programmatic impacts, and collaborate with technical teams to prioritize and implement corrective actions.
• Develop authoritative program documentation, including procedures, job aids, instructions, and training that define how requirements must be implemented.
• Lead user training and program communications, ensuring personnel understand required responsibilities and practices.
• Recommend and drive program improvements, including process modernization, system enhancements, and lifecycle related decision changes.
• In Scientific and Technical Information Program (STIP) focus areas, capacity to identify scientific and technical information (STI) subject to DOE requirements; interpret and apply DOE and OSTI requirements governing STI submission and dissemination; oversee submissions, reviews, approvals, releases, as well as OSTI reporting workflows; and advise authors, reviewers, and personnel on STI responsibilities. Ensure workflows are fully aligned with DOE and OSTI requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required

• Level 1: Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Library or Archival Science, IT or Computer Science, Business, Law, Political Science, or Accounting/Finance (audit‑focused), or closely related field.
• Level 2: Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Library or Archival Science, IT or Computer Science, Business, Law, Political Science, or Accounting/Finance (audit‑focused), or closely related field, and 2 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in the same fields of study.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE “L” security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, use hands to handle materials, manipulate tools, type on a keyboard, reach with hands and arms, and operate job‑related equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds without assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with people is required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Information

• The pay range for this position is: Level 1 ($47,424 - $92,568) / Level 2 ($57,444 - $112,068). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• Multi‑Level: This is a multi‑level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre‑employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self‑contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1‑B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

INL is a science‑based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure.

INL Mission

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision

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Selective Service Requirements

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.