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Job Title

Web Communication Specialist II

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Dean Of Education

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

What we want

We have a great opportunity for a Web Communications Specialist II to join our MarCom Team! The duties include designs, writes, edits, and develops creative solutions to make the web ecosystem dynamic and attractive to students and other audiences. Proofs all CEHD websites and other items in the web ecosystem. Researches and implements best practices across all websites. Ensures that all websites follow college and university brand guidelines, and meet accessibility requirements. If you meet the qualifications stated below and this job description sounds appealing, we invite you to apply to be considered for this career opportunity!

What you need to know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.

Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials. These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume.

Other Requirements and Factors: Work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

+ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

+ Two years of related experience in web development, marketing, or a related field

Required Licenses and Certifications

+ None

Preferred Education and Experience

+ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

+ Four to seven years of related experience working in web design.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Working knowledge of both Macintosh and PC systems.

+ Knowledge of WordPress and other CMS platforms used on campus.

+ Familiarity with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and accessibility best practices.

+ Knowledge of graphic design for electronic mediums.

+ Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Essential Duties/Tasks

Website Content Maintenance

Manages, writes, edits, and audits web content for clarity and accuracy. Proofs all College of Education and Human Development websites and other items in the web ecosystem. Uses appropriate tools to regularly audit all college webpages for accessibility. Maintains brand standards for both college and university. Helps supervise student workers and manages WordPress training for end users.

Website Tool Development & Analytics Maintenance

Responsible for aiding in the development of themes and templates used on the College of Education and Human Development websites. Also responsible for developing custom tools to be used across the web ecosystem. Maintains site analytics and stays current on evolving best practices in SEO and AI SEO. Researches new tools and trends to keep the web ecosystem engaging to audiences.

General Duties

Assists in the development of communications plans for the marketing and communications team. Assists with special events as needed. Works with vendors to create fiscally responsible plans for upgrades in the web ecosystem. Performs other duties as assigned.

Who we are

The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) at Texas A&M University has been transforming lives for 50 years. Now the 4th largest college at Texas A&M University with over 6,000 enrolled students, we are not just a school for teachers. We are a school for leaders in not just in education, but also business, sport, health, and government. To learn more, visit us at https://education.tamu.edu/about/

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

+ Medical, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/medical/) prescription drug, dental, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/dental/) vision, life and AD&D, (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/life-add/) flexible spending accounts , and long-term disability insurance (https://www.tamus.edu/benefits/long-term-disability/) with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

+ 12- 15 days (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/index.html) of annual paid holidays

+ Up to eight hours of paid sick leave (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/sick.html)  and at least  eight hours of paid vacation (https://employees.tamu.edu/employee-relations/leave/paid/vacation.html)  each month

+ Automatic enrollment in the  Teacher Retirement System of Texas (https://www.trs.texas.gov/Pages/Homepage.aspx)

+ Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time (https://flourish.tamu.edu/wellness-release-time/)

+ Professional Development: All employees have access to free  LinkedIn Learning (https://linkedinlearning.tamu.edu/)  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

+ Educational release time and tuition assistance (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/employee-tuition-assistance)  for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

+ Living Well, (https://livingwell.tamu.edu/) a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all pers p ectives, talents & lived experience s . Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our corevalues which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service .

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.