Web Content Specialist, Temporary
Iowa State University
About the Role
Iowa State University is seeking a Web Content Specialist for a temporary appointment. This role involves managing and enhancing the organization's digital presence, with work hours ranging from a minimum of 15 to a maximum of 40 hours per week.
Key Responsibilities
- Publish weekly news stories.
- Produce monthly digital newsletters.
- Ensure website content is current, accurate, and engaging.
- Manage a web support ticket queue.
- Complete content updates.
- Coordinate with the web development team to resolve technical issues and website bugs.
- Maintain and improve user experience through page layout updates, content organization, and website enhancements.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience creating, editing, and publishing digital content for websites, newsletters, or other online platforms.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong communication skills.
- Commitment to content quality.
- User-focused mindset.
Qualifications (Preferred)
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Marketing, Public Relations, Web Design, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Experience managing website content for a large or complex organization.
- Experience writing and editing news stories, feature articles, or digital communications.
- Experience producing email newsletters or other digital communications.
- Knowledge of website accessibility and usability best practices.
- Experience using web analytics tools and data to inform content decisions.