Job No. 155470
- Job Title:
- Web Content Specialist
- Employer:
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University of Utah
- Location:
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Salt Lake City , UT
- Posting Date:
- 15-May-2025
- Description:
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Job Summary
We are looking for a dynamic, motivated, and creative Marketing and Digital Publishing Specialist to contribute to the development, maintenance, and management of Housing and Dining websites, as well as the creation, implementation, and execution of digital publishing projects like emails, newsletters, maps, and virtual tours.
This position will be part of the marketing and communications unit under the University of Utah Housing Programs Department. The team is comprised of two coordinators, one specialist, and seven student interns. Supervised by the associate director of communications and assessment, the Marketing and Digital Publishing Specialist will perform a variety of writing, design, and project management tasks while using good judgment and strong interpersonal skills to plan and execute marketing initiatives.
This role will work closely with different units and departments across campus; we seek someone comfortable collaborating with multiple teams and stakeholders to accomplish projects.
Responsibilities
1. Website development and management: development and maintenance of the Housing and Dining web presence, ensuring an engaging and user-friendly experience that aligns with the U’s goals.
2. Write, schedule, and send clear and accurate emails, ensuring students receive the right information at the precise time.
3. Editing, maintaining, and auditing webpages, forms, digital maps, virtual tours, and other digital platforms.
4. Write and edit web copy, maintaining consistency with brand and style guidelines and optimizing for SEO.
5. Prepare and execute monthly newsletters.
6. Compile and analyze data and analytics to make informed decisions and recommendations regarding digital channels, content performance, and user engagement.
7. Marketing & event support: Support the unit by contributing to cross-functional efforts, including internal and external events, community outreach, presentations for new students, and in-state and out-of-state trips during the recruitment season.
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) with 2-4 years of experience.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Department Specific Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in communications, business or related area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); eight years of progressively more responsible management experience; and demonstrated leadership, human relations, and effective communications skills required.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the job’s essential functions as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Two to four years of progressively responsible experience in web development and digital content creation. Solid knowledge of WordPress is a plus.
Proven experience in website management, content updates, and coordination.
Proficiency in content management systems (CMS), digital communication platforms, and basic knowledge of HTML/CSS.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Familiarity with SEO best practices and website analytics tools.
Creative mindset with an eye for design and engaging content.
Prior experience in newsletter coordination.
- Contact information:
- University of Utah
- Salt Lake City, UT 84112
- United States
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