Digital Content Specialist

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of college and department websites, ensuring adherence to accessibility and SEO guidelines.
• Create and distribute digital content online, including social media posts and electronic communications targeted toward external stakeholders.
• Develop and manage content for a bi-monthly external newsletter, collaborating with University Advancement for timely and accurate distribution.
• Organize and manage community engagement activities such as tours and lab visits for external student communities including high schools and community colleges.
• Assist college administrators with tasks related to the execution of the college strategic plan and support key initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college in English, Marketing, Advertising, Communications, or a related field.
• Equivalent to three (3) years of full-time professional or technical experience in public affairs, media relations, marketing, or market research.
• Proficiency in website maintenance and content management systems (CMS).
• Knowledge of digital accessibility standards and Search Engine Optimization (SEO) best practices.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders including college leadership, faculty, and staff.
• Expertise in social media content creation, editing, and distribution.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with proficiency in sourcing and refining content and graphical elements.

Nice to Have

• Experience with strategic digital communications and community engagement activities.
• Familiarity with university-level strategic planning and stakeholder collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Marketing, Advertising, Communications, or a related field.
• Three years of relevant full-time professional or technical experience in public affairs, media relations, marketing, or market research.

Benefits & Perks

• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver, and more.
• Salary range: $4,146 - $5,717 per month, dependent on qualifications and experience.
• Full-time position with 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, may include evenings and weekends.
• Hybrid work schedule (1 day in office, 4 days remote), subject to change based on operational needs.