Digital Content Editor Job at South Dakota Board of Regents in Brookings

Overview

The SDSU University Marketing and Communications (UMC) team is looking for a creative individual with strong attention to detail to join our team as a Digital Content Editor. This position will serve in an editorial role for UMC and approve department and university information before it is made public on the external website, sdstate.edu. This position will also complete other written and digital communications projects as needed.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Review and edit copy prior to publication for Associated Press style, grammar, punctuation, spelling, accuracy and content in accordance with the university’s strategic plan and website policy;
• Develop and write copy for various pages;
• Use the university’s content management system to post or modify content on an as-needed basis;
• Serve as a point of contact for and, when needed, create new and updated content on a broad range of topics working with cross-functional teams within UMC and internal and external stakeholders;
• Photo editing for web publishing; and
• Produce other written and digital communications including media releases; printed material, including magazine, newsletter and brochure content; speeches, presentations, promotional materials, other public information and educational projects, as time allows.

Benefits

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge

• Associated Press (AP) style; and

Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent writing and editing skills;
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment;
• Ability to work independently on a wide variety of tasks and competing demands;
• Exercise good judgement and maintain confidentiality

Preferred Knowledge and Qualifications

• At least three years editing experience in journalism, public relations, communications or a related setting;
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English or a related field completed by date of application;
• Working knowledge of a variety of media, including social media, print and web communications;
• Experience in the Drupal content management system or applicable CMS publishing experience;
• Experience in Adobe Creative Suite;
• Previous experience in a university setting; and
• Experience using SEO to draw in more website traffic.

Application Procedures

SDState accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.” This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check. SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

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Posting Details

Posting Date: 03/18/2025

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

First Consideration Date: 04/09/2025

Advertised Salary:

Duration of the Term: 12 months

Appointment Percent: 100

Work Hours: 40 hours per week

Typical Hours Worked Per Week:

Appointment Type: Regular

Scope of Search: External (includes Internal)

If internal, define scope of search:

This position requires: No Requirement

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $84 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identification, transgender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status that may become protected under law against discrimination in the offering of all educational programs and employment opportunities. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007, 605-688-4128.

Contact Information

For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact Human Resources at 605-688-4128.

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

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Protective Clothing/Equipment

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Physical Requirements

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• Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc)
• Sitting for sustained periods of time
• Lifting light
• Standing for sustained periods of time
• Use Both Hands
• Walking

Most duties will involve working at a computer with email, Word documents and webpages, using a mouse and occasionally answering and talking to people on the phone. Occasional duties may involve going to locations or attending events outside the office to write feature stories or news releases and/or take photos to accompany them.

Sensory Requirements

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Supplemental Questions

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• Where did you hear about this position?
  • LinkedIn
  • SDBOR Employment Site
  • South Dakota Department of Labor
  • Employee Referral
  • Department Announcement / Inside State
  • Handshake
  • Job Board (Indeed, Monster, ZipRecruiter) - Please specify
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  • Chronicle of Higher Education
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  • APLU
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  • Alumni
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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Optional Documents - Reference List

The South Dakota Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Regents will take Affirmative Action to ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination. In addition, the Board of Regents fully supports incorporation of non-discrimination and Affirmative Action rules and regulations into all of its employment practices. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting the appropriate Human Resources office. Please see the Contact Us section of this webpage for more information.

Notice to all applicants: If you are selected as a finalist, job references and a background check may be conducted.

South Dakota Board of Regents
306 E. Capital Ave, Suite 200
Pierre, SD 57501
605-773-3455