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Oregon State University

Web Content Assistant

Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon, United States, 97333


Position Details

Position Information

Job TitleWeb Content Assistant

Appointment TypeStudent Employee

Job LocationCorvallis

Position Appointment Percent100

Appointment Basis12

Pay MethodHourly

Pay Period16th - 15th of the following month

Pay DateLast working day of the month

Remote or Hybrid option?

Min Hourly Rate$14.70 (Standard); $13.70 (Non-Urban); $15.95 (Portland Metro)

Max Hourly Rate$21.00 (Standard); $20.50 (Non-Urban); $21.50 (Portland Metro)

Position Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill one (1) part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Web Content Assistant position for Extension Communications at Oregon State University (OSU).

This position will provide website content support as part of the Extension Communications team.

Position Duties

85% OSU Extension website content support/maintenance:Support digital-first publishing of Extension educational content by entering text and images into the OSU Extension content management system (website).Proof resulting online and print-friendly layouts and adjust content formatting as needed.Manually convert web resources into new content types (e.g., from PPT, PDF or webinar recording to article, from basic to advanced layout) and/or fill in additional metadata as part of ongoing content maintenance and migrating content between web-based platforms.Assist with other web-based content tasks as assigned, such as double-checking content formatting, using reports to check for and fix broken links, making copyedits and correcting misspellings or other errors and inconsistencies.Use systems to track assigned tasks, time per task, and progress to show status toward goal completion.Communicate and work effectively by checking in to troubleshoot issues, ask clarifying questions and incorporate suggested improvements into future tasks.Effectively learn and use a content management system, digital asset management system and related software tools to complete tasks.10% Digital image content support/maintenance:

Support the unit's digital image management system/Extension website integration by accurately entering, checking and filling in necessary metadata.Assist in reducing duplicate images and potential copyright and accessibility issues by researching and adding missing information such as photo credits or alternative text to images.5% Other duties/projects as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here:

http://fa.oregonstate.edu/stu-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements

Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of studyMust meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employmentMust meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard

High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling programUndergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per termUndergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per termGraduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*

*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered "full-time" by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the

Office of International Services

(OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.

Additional Required Qualifications

Strong written and verbal communication skills.Detail-oriented; able to understand complex processes in a way that allows accuracy in task completion.Able to apply instructions and incorporate suggested changes in a consistent way while practicing good judgment on when to ask for clarification.Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work, and switch tasks with efficiency.Demonstrated ability to learn how to use new software quickly.Experience working and collaborating within a team environment.Experience with software tools such as word processing, spreadsheets, email, videoconferencing and file sharing.A commitment to collaborative and respectful learning and working environments that are safe, inclusive and welcoming.Preferred (Special) Qualifications

Completed at least one academic year of college.Experience with managing content on websites.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Posting Detail Information

Posting NumberP11341SE

Number of Vacancies1

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date09/09/2024

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Posting Date08/02/2024

Full Consideration Date

Closing Date08/25/2024

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this searchCompetitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students

Special Instructions to Applicants

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:• A Resume• A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position

Applications will continue to be accepted until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

For additional information please contact:

Janet Donnelly

at

janet.donnelly@oregonstate.edu

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

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Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval