The Washington Post

Taxonomy Manager

The Washington Post

One Franklin Square, 1301 K St NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceMid-LevelBachelors
Job Description

The Washington Post is looking for a data scientist with a passion for news to create and manage the ontologies and taxonomies at the heart of a new system to categorize content. The person in this role will work with leaders across the company to shape its broad strokes and refine its granular details. The lead taxonomist will construct our initial content taxonomy, supported by internal and vendor tools. They will then lead the long-term evolution of that taxonomy with advice from editors, reporters and other colleagues to fit the contours of news and the needs of our business.

Where is this job?
This job is located at One Franklin Square, 1301 K St NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA
Job Qualifications
  • Prior experience managing complex taxonomies is required

  • Prior experience in journalism is helpfu

  • Management experience — whether informal, with project teams or formal, with direct reports — is a plus.

Required Skills
  • MS Word

  • Time Management Skills

  • MS Excel skills

  • Financial and quantitative analyses

Soft Skills
  • Verbal communication

  • written communication

  • Self-Motivated

  • Adaptability

  • Problem-Solving

  • Detail oriented and highly organized

  • Multi tasker

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Taxonomy Manager in One Franklin Square, 1301 K St NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA is between $84,000 and $111,000. This range can vary depending on a variety of factors, such as the size of the company, the amount of experience the Taxonomy Manager has, and the specific duties and responsibilities associated with the position.

Additional Information
The Washington Post is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedAugust 10th, 2021
Apply BeforeJune 21st, 2025
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The Washington Post is a major American daily newspaper published in Washington, DC, with a particular emphasis on national politics and the federal government.

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