Web Content Specialist

Best consideration date for applications: Friday, September 4, 2026

PURPOSE OF POSITION
The University System of Maryland (USM) Office is seeking a Web Content Specialist to support the development and launch of the USM's new website. The Specialist will assist with the development of the site by creating new pages and migrating existing ones to the new WordPress content management system. The position will involve content creation, editing, and publishing. The Specialist will work closely with both the Office of Information Technology and the Office of Communications and Marketing to build a site that is user-friendly, accessible, and aligned with brand messaging.

This is a part-time contractual position, 10-15 hours per week. The initial contract will run through December 31, 2026, with the potential for renewal for an additional 6 months. Must be available for up to 4 hours per week in office (Adelphi or Baltimore) as needed. Current undergraduate or graduate students are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Assist in building the USM's new WordPress website by supporting the migration and development of content.

Assist with page creation and page layout updates in WordPress by formatting text, images, links, and basic styling using pre-established templates and patterns

Write, edit, and proofread website content to ensure clarity, accuracy, good organization, and consistency with brand voice

Collaborate with internal teams to translate existing content into well-structured, user-friendly web pages and migrate them to the new site

Optimize content for readability, accessibility, and search engines

Review pages for errors, formatting issues, and broken links

HOURLY RATE
$28-$33/hr

Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High school diploma or GED.

Experience: One (1) year of experience creating or maintaining web content.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Familiarity with web content best practices, including accessibility and usability

Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with demonstrated attention to detail.

Ability to organize and present information in a clear, user-friendly manner.

Ability to format and publish content, images, links, and documents within the WordPress content management system

Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications
Education
Associate's or bachelor's degree, particularly in the fields of Communications, English, Journalism, Marketing, Digital Media, Public Relations, or Information Design.

Experience

Experience migrating content between websites or content management systems

Experience writing content for higher education, government, nonprofit, or public-sector organizations

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Basic knowledge of HTML/CSS

Basic knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Canva, or other image editing software

Familiarity with search engine optimization (SEO)

Understanding of accessibility and user experience best practices

Benefits

Sick and Safe Leave

Maryland Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) benefits, where eligible

Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage options (eligibility and subsidies vary based on hours worked and other program requirements)

Voluntary supplemental retirement savings plans

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