Temporary Part-Time Web Content Specialist

Position Summary
The Dean of Humanities and Arts Office is seeking a temporary, part-time Web Content Specialist to support ongoing website content maintenance and front‑end development within a Drupal CMS environment. This role is ideal for someone with a solid foundation in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript who is comfortable managing web content and ensuring accessibility and quality standards.

Workplace Requirements
Hybrid position: in‑office and remote work are combined. The role requires approximately 18–24 hours per week (about three days a week). Work arrangements may be subject to change in accordance with Rice policy 440.

Temporary, Part‑Time Role
Expected duration is 3 to 6 months.

Hiring Range
$35–$40 per hour based on experience. Non‑Exempt (hourly) positions under FLSA are eligible for overtime.

Minimum Requirements

1+ years of experience in front‑end web content development or a similar role

Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and basic jQuery

Experience working with a CMS (Drupal preferred)

General knowledge of WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility standards

Familiarity with web governance or quality assurance tools (Siteimprove preferred)

Experience using project management tools (e.g., Asana, Trello, or similar)

Preferences

3 years of experience in front‑end web content development or a similar role

Experience in higher education or institutional web environments

Exposure to modern front‑end technologies such as Astro, React, or similar frameworks

Familiarity with CSS frameworks (e.g., Tailwind CSS)

Familiarity with headless CMS platforms or modern web architectures

Familiarity with SEO and analytics tools

Understanding of content strategy or web governance principles

Essential Functions

Maintain and update website content within Drupal CMS

Perform front‑end development using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

Ensure content adheres to WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility standards and best practices

Monitor and improve site quality using web governance tools (e.g., Siteimprove)

Track and manage tasks using project management software (Asana preferred)

Collaborate with team members to prioritize and complete work assignments

Ability to follow directions, manage assigned tasks, and work collaboratively within a structured team environment

Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple updates timely and efficiently

Assist with troubleshooting minor layout or functionality issues

Support general website governance, consistency, and optimization efforts

Assist with content cleanup, organization, and QA to support future migration to a headless/composable CMS

Adapt to evolving workflows and tools as needed

Rice University is committed to ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity and welcoming the fullness of diversity into our candidate pools. Rice considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. Rice also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities.

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