We are hiring! The Web Communications office is looking for an in house Web Content Administrator.

This position oversees the content on the university homepage and 200+ other centrally managed sites. In addition, the driving force for the university's main social media presence and work with our internal team to redesign and launch sites within a central identity and CMS. It sounds like a big job and it is. We are not looking for someone who plans to just float through the day. We are looking for someone dedicated to making a difference, and in this position they will. This position will effect how the university is seen and reacted to by thousands of people per day.

We work in an open pit environment with a friendly and energetic staff dedicated to making a difference at the university. You will be supported with opinions and initiatives. Below is the official HR information, otherwise feel free to skip it and apply now (opens new window).

Official Duties

• Serve as primary resource for units university-wide regarding the content and appearance of unit Web pages. Administer and provide training in content management tools, control access, review sites for adherence and conformity to editorial and design standards and resolve related problems.
• Develop and edit central university web site and pages. Identify, select and condense news and events for inclusion on Web page, prepare communications designed to effectively position the University, and ensure the delivery of key University messages.
• Serve as primary resource for the university's central social media presence. Determine appropriate avenues and editorial tone for articles based on the audience of each site. Facilitate questions, concerns and feedback originating from various sources.
• Serve as liaison with IT personnel campus-wide to identify and resolve Web page related problems. Work with clients, designers and vendors to ensure established standards and expectations are met.
• Develop and implement mechanisms and processes designed to evaluate the effectiveness of university electronic communications. Provide analysis of collected data and submit reports and recommendations as requested.
• Review and edit all university Web sites, remove Web pages that are offensive, inappropriate or deemed to be in poor taste.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with unit administrators hosting Web pages not included in the university program.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Major concentration in journalism or communications preferred.
• Knowledge of Web site technology and applications.
• Project management experience.
• Excellent writing, editing and communication skills.
• Experience writing and editing marketing, advertising and promotional copy.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with units university wide.

How to Apply

Please do not send resumes directly to me. You must apply before February 2nd, 2010 at jobs.wayne.edu (opens new window). Posting #036773