Web Content Editor: Academic Affairs Job at Weber State University in Ogden

Overview WSU’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University’s Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32). Position Information Position Title: Web Content Editor: Academic Affairs Requisition Number: S02175P Position Category: Staff Campus Location: Weber State University – Ogden, UT Hours per week: 40 Months per year: 12 Alternate work schedule: Pay Grade: E32 Salary FLSA Exempt Job Summary/Basic Function WSU Marketing & Communications is seeking a motivated, well-organized individual to plan, research, gather, write, edit, organize and post web content (text, photos, video) to engage current and prospective students for the Academic Affairs division. Position will include: Working independently or with web developers to build or update websites or pages Performing regular content updates Creating new features to engage prospective and current students Assisting and advising users of the university web content management system Staying on top of web trends and best practices while upholding university branding and website standards Using web analytics to understand and help improve user experience Other writing/editing duties within Marketing & Communications Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in communication, English, journalism, electronic media or related field of study. Two (2) years experience in web content, online journalism or professional social media roles. Preferred Qualifications Experience using a content management system (CMS) or other web development tools Strong copy writing and editing skills with an excellent understanding of grammar, punctuation and information organization News reporting and/or information-gathering skills Strong interpersonal communication skills, ability to contribute to a team effort Knowledge of The Associated Press Stylebook A successful candidate is willing to learn Web analytics to understand and improve user experience The basics of web coding languages like HTML Social media account management Basic Photoshop skills Background Check Yes Benefits Summary WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Posting Detail Information Job Open Date: 09/18/2025 Review Date: 10/02/2025 Job Close Date: Open Until Filled Yes Notes to Applicant If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this position starts at $50,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, three writing samples saved together as one file, and the names and contact information for three professional references. For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete. Screening of applications will begin October 2, 2025. Position will remain open until filled. Criminal background check required as a condition of employment. ADA/Physical Requirements ADA Essential Job Function: Expressing or exchanging ideas; ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance; repetitive motion. Physical activity includes sedentary work, occasional lifting up to 10 pounds, sitting most of the time, and occasional walking/standing. Visual acuity requirements include reading, data analysis, and computer use. Work environment is typical of an office setting with no substantial exposure to adverse conditions. Weber State University #J-18808-Ljbffr