Information Management Specialist

Certified Archivists; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid Medical, Dental and Vis’

401(k) with Employer Match

Vacation and Holidays

Cross-training opportunities

Job summary

MELE Associates, Inc. is seeking an Information Management Specialist to develop and run the organization’s Information Management System (IMS).

You will implement governance, lifecycle management, data classification, and privacy controls to ensure secure, compliant information handling across the enterprise. You will design and maintain the Information Management Plan, establish policies, and coordinate with stakeholders to deliver robust information governance and continuous improvement in a

Qualifications

• Clearance required: DOE Q-level or ability to obtain.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Science, Library Science, Records Management, Archival Studies, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in records and information management.
• Knowledge of records management principles, practices, and technologies.
• Experience with electronic document management systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Information Management Plan and governance framework.
• Define roles, responsibilities, and accountability for information management.
• Create policies, standards, procedures, and governance structures.
• Design processes for information creation, storage, retention, and disposal.
• Collaborate with security and privacy stakeholders to safeguard information.
• Monitor data quality and drive continuous improvements.
• Identify and support information systems that enable governance and compliance.
• Administer records management program including retention schedules.

Skills

Records management

Information governance

Information security

Collaboration & communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Science or related field

5+ years records/information management experience

Tools

Electronic document management systems

Job description

• Institution/Company Organization Type - Private/Government Contractor
• Position Title - Information Management Specialist
• Position Type - Full-Time, Permanent
• Benefits - Yes
• Salary Range - $116,000 or more
• Is ACA Certification required or preferred? - Preferred
• Able to apply if a provisional CA or agree to take CA exam within 1 year of hire? - Yes

Posted: August 17, 2026

Full-Time

On-site

Salary: $0 USD per year

LocationsShowing 1 location

Albuquerque, NM 87106, USA

Job Details

Description

The Information Management Specialist is responsible for the development, implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of the organization's Information Management System (IMS). This position is tasked to establish an effective information management framework that ensures organizational information is managed securely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable legal, regulatory, and business requirements.

The support staff will design, implement, and maintain the organization's Information Management Plan (IMP), integrating governance, records management, information security, data quality, compliance, and technology into a comprehensive management system that supports organizational objectives.

The Information Management Specialist is responsible for implementing and maintaining the following core components of the Information Management Plan under the guidance of the SSC lead and the Federal sponsor within the Standards and Records work center:

Information Governance

• Develop and maintain the organization's Information Management Plan.
• Define the scope, objectives, and strategic direction for information management.
• Ensure the Information Management Plan aligns with organizational goals and operational requirements.

Information Lifecycle Management

• Establish and maintain an Information Governance Framework.
• Develop policies, standards, procedures, and governance structures.
• Define roles, responsibilities, and accountability for information management across the organization.

Data Classification and Information Architecture

• Design and implement processes governing the creation, storage, access, maintenance, archiving, retention, and disposal of information.
• Ensure lifecycle management practices comply with legal, regulatory, and operational requirements.

Information Security and Privacy

• Develop and maintain information classification standards.
• Establish metadata, categorization, and tagging methodologies.
• Ensure information is organized according to sensitivity, business value, and legal obligations.
• Collaborate with security and privacy stakeholders to ensure appropriate safeguards protect organizational information.
• Implement controls that support confidentiality, integrity, availability, and privacy compliance.
• Support compliance with applicable privacy legislation and organizational security policies.

Data Quality Management

• Develop processes to improve and maintain data accuracy, completeness, consistency, reliability, and timeliness.
• Monitor data quality metrics and recommend corrective actions where required.

Information Systems Management

• Identify and support the implementation of systems, applications, and technologies that facilitate effective information management.
• Ensure information systems support governance, security, records management, and operational requirements.
• Recommend system enhancements and process improvements.

Records Management

• Develop and administer the organization's records management program.
• Establish retention schedules and disposition procedures.
• Ensure records are maintained, preserved, and disposed of in accordance with legal and business requirements.

Compliance and Regulatory Management

• Monitor applicable legislation, regulations, standards, and industry best practices.
• Ensure organizational information management practices remain compliant.
• Coordinate audits and support compliance reporting activities.

Training and Organizational Awareness

• Develop and deliver education and awareness programs relating to information management.
• Promote organizational understanding of policies, procedures, and employee responsibilities.
• Provide guidance and support to business units implementing information management practices.

Monitoring, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement

• Monitor the effectiveness of the Information Management System.
• Conduct regular reviews and assessments of policies, procedures, and controls.
• Develop performance measures and recommend improvements to strengthen the Information Management Program.

Documentation and Standards

• Develop and maintain documentation supporting the Information Management System, including standards, procedures, templates, and a comprehensive glossary of information management terminology.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Clearance Required: Have or ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Department of Energy Q-level security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Science, Library Science, Records Management, Archival Studies, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ Years related experience in records and information management.
• Knowledge of records management principles, practices, and technologies.
• Experience with electronic document management systems.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent collaboration, influencing and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a growing team in an ambiguous and evolving work environment.

PREFFERED QUALIFICATION

• Active TS/Q Clearance
• Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS), Information Management, or related field.
• Certified Records Manager (CRM) or Information Governance Professional (IGP).
• A strong understanding of information management technologies such as database management systems, content management systems, search engines, and data analytics tools.
• Prior experience in supporting the assessment and development of government records programs in the areas of national security, homeland security, nuclear/radiological security, or related field.
• Knowledge of U.S. Department of Energy records guidelines and best practices.

LOCATION

This position is full-time on site Buena Vista NM

Salary

Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.

BENEFITS

• Employer-paid employee Medical, Dental and Vision Care.
• Low-Cost Family Health Care offered.
• Federal Holidays and three (3) weeks’ vacation
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Cross-training opportunities

About MELE

With over 300 employees and offices in Rockville, MD, Washington, DC, and Albuquerque, NM, MELE is a veteran-owned government contractor empowering its customers with innovative solutions for more than three decades. MELE has team members located across the U.S. and has served more than a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations. The company offers technical, engineering, and programmatic support expertise to a host of U.S. federal and international agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Energy, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, INTERPOL, and the International Atomic Energy Agency. MELE’s services include national security, intelligence, IT/cybersecurity, facility management and engineering, CBRNE defense and nuclear security, emergency response training/management, and mission and program support.

MELE Associates, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. MELE Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.