Web Content Specialist Job at Inside Higher Ed in Statesboro

Overview

Web Content Specialist role at Inside Higher Ed. Location: Statesboro, Georgia (Georgia Southern University). Full-time, Regular position.

Job Summary

Support website optimization and brand efforts for Georgia Southern University. Create, update and maintain web content for the University's website, conduct search engine optimization to keep the site current and active, and assist with the overall functionality of primary University websites. The Specialist consistently exhibits service, collaboration, and excellence as championed by the Division of Enrollment, Marketing and Student Success.

Responsibilities

• Write branded content for website working with stakeholders to ensure content is correct and on brand
• Evaluate and optimize website content and user experience to improve functionality, marketing effectiveness and search engine optimization
• Develop relationships and liaise with University-wide content managers to support and guide website efforts
• Provide support to other campus content managers in WordPress CMS
• Be a proactive steward of University branding across the website
• Monitor University site to ensure quality and currency of information; address accessibility issues as needed
• Develop high-quality top-level pages and landing pages using current web development practices
• Stay current on trends and priorities to maintain an up-to-date site

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree

Required Experience

• Three or more years of related work experience
• Experience conducting needs assessments, analyzing data and making recommendations
• Accomplished in WordPress; skilled in website development and creation

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in HTML and CSS as well as current web development standards
• Understanding of search engine optimization and search engine marketing
• Knowledge of website accessibility standards
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Information Technology or related fields
• Experience working with Google Analytics

Salary

$23.32 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

Required Documents To Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

Abilities, Knowledge, & Skills

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Navigate web access and email with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information
• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals
• Use effective communication and human relations skills
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and related applications
• Demonstrate organizational skills and experience with Web Content Management Systems (CMS), particularly WordPress

Apply

To apply, visit the Georgia Southern careers portal: https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=39000&JobOpeningId=286287&PostingSeq=1

Contact Information: For questions, please contact the Department of Human Resources at (912) 478-6947 or hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu. USG general service desk: (877) 251-2644, support@usg.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southern University provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations available upon request.

Other Information

• Work generally performed in an office environment
• Workweek may extend beyond 40 hours
• Occasional travel may be required