Web Content Coordinator
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Work Location: Position qualifies for hybrid/in-office work.
Research Professional Position
Posting Number: 202500182AP
Position Type: Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title: Prof/Indiv Contrib II
Number of Vacancies: 1
Work Hours/Week: 40
Proposed Annual Salary Range: $60,000 – $72,000
Employee Benefits: Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 02/24/2025.
Description of Work Unit: The mission of Research Information Technology (RIT) within the Office of the Vice President of Research (OVPR) at Colorado State University (CSU) is to provide innovative services for the campus research community that benefit research administration services and enable research activities at the institution. Research IT is responsible for the information system strategies, assessment, and implementation.
The Office of the Vice President for Research promotes and facilitates the research enterprise at Colorado State University (CSU). The Office will enable the University, its faculty, staff, and students to emerge as a world-class research institution, complementing our learning, service, and outreach missions.
Position Summary: The OVPR Web Content Coordinator is responsible for updating and maintaining Office of the VP for Research (OVPR) websites, as well as creating unique web content and stories that promote and align with the uniform branding standards of the university. This position reports to the Senior Director of Research IT.
Required Job Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, web design, or related field, OR Associate degree plus 2 years of relevant experience; OR a high school diploma plus 4 years of relevant experience.
- Minimum of one year of demonstrated writing experience for print and online media or minimum of one year of demonstrated experience developing or managing content for a web ecosystem.
- Experience with web user experience (UX) design.
- 1 or more years of demonstrated experience in building accessible websites in compliance with WCAG accessibility standards.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
- Exposure to web design through a higher education environment.
- 1 year or more of experience in programs such as Adobe Photoshop, Visual Studio, Adobe Illustrator, Google Analytics, Genially, Site Improve.
- Experience working on search engine optimization (SEO) and mobile responsiveness projects.
Diversity Statement: Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Job Duty Category: Website Content Management
- Maintain websites using test and deployment methods for the OVPR’s 60+ research department websites.
- Create and update content utilizing contemporary web design best practices.
- Maintain communication with all OVPR divisions to ensure all teams are represented on the website.
- Test and review websites for quality assurance.
- Collaborate with university units to ensure compliance with policies and standards.
- Implement search engine optimization (SEO) strategy.
- Serve as a member on CSU’s Web Accessibility Sub-Committee.
Percentage Of Time: 50%
Job Duty Category: Technical Support
- Resolve all OVPR Web Maintenance tickets.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to OVPR website ecosystem.
- Assess content performance utilizing web analytic programs.
Percentage Of Time: 30%
Job Duty Category: Project Management and Collaboration
- Collaborate with communications staff across OVPR.
- Manage cross-campus submissions to the OVPR event calendar.
- Ensure compliance pages are accurate.
- Serve as a resource for best practices in website accessibility.
- Other content-creation projects as assigned.
Percentage Of Time: 20%
Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for hire. Apply no later than Monday, February 24, 11:59pm (MT). A complete application consists of:
- Statement of Qualifications.
- Resume.
- References – include 3 professional references.
Conditions of Employment: Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires).
Search Contact: Tyler Wilson, Tyler.Wilson@ColoState.EDU
EEO Statement: Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy.
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