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The Web Editor is part of the Communications and Marketing team and produces sustainable, standard compliant websites and online communication applications for sites such as plymouth.edu through use of proficient design and development skills as well as knowledge of online communication principles. This position works collaboratively to provide ongoing support, updates and enhancements for web-based software applications, with a strong focus on user experience, accessibility and client specifications. This may include training of campus partners to properly maintain departmental pages on the website.
Minimum Requirements
Acceptable minimum level of education: Bachelor's
Acceptable minimum years of experience: 3 years
Additional Job Information
Posting Number: PS4724FY25
Additional Preferred Qualifications
* Understanding of web technologies such as PHP, SQL, XML, RSS, JQuery and others.
* The ability to work with a wide range of constituents, including novices, IT and communications staff, and senior leadership.
* Experience developing websites in Wordpress, Drupal or other content management systems.
* Experience incorporating social features into websites, as well as media communities such as YouTube, Flickr, and Facebook.
* Ability to work independently under limited supervision and as a part of a highly structured team.
* Experience in higher education.
Salary Information
Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.
Institution Information
Plymouth State University offers high-quality baccalaureate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs. Through research and innovative community partnerships, the University contributes to the economic, social, cultural, and environmental development of the North Country and Lakes Region of New Hampshire and beyond.
Plymouth State University (PSU) is transforming the campus to create a first-of-its-kind university holistically organized around integrated clusters. Our goal is to provide a dynamic interdisciplinary and innovative learning environment. Students, faculty, staff, and community will connect to solve real-world challenges that will benefit people and organizations at all levels. We are a residential and comprehensive university with a warm and engaged learning community focused on teaching excellence and regional engagement.
Surrounded by lakes and mountains, PSU’s 170-acre campus provides students with an outstanding natural laboratory for learning and an ideal setting for outdoor recreation. PSU has consistently earned national recognition for its commitment to community service, environmental sustainability, academic excellence, and employee wellness.
Posting Information
Posting Date: 07/03/2024
Open Until Filled: Yes
Posting Open to Internal Candidates Only? No
Duties / Responsibilities
* Work with the software development team to design, develop, maintain, and support new websites and online communication applications from their foundation using content management systems like Drupal and languages such as PHP and SQL.
* Optimize architecture, navigation, search parameters and content to ensure optimal usability for multiple audiences while adhering to brand and industry standards and guidelines.
* Manage daily operations of projects as assigned. This may include development and maintenance of project management information and documentation.
* Migrate content from legacy websites to CMS-based pages/sites.
* Ensure regular testing of function and links and updating of time-specific content.
* Test website usability with end users.
* Respond in a timely manner to questions and requests for assistance; provide professional advice and assistance to faculty and staff regarding the creation or revision of website pages and information.
* Troubleshoot and resolve website problems.
* Function as the advocate for web-based communications within the university community; maintain state of the art knowledge in internet-based technologies, and provide insight, advice, and recommendations on future concepts, development, and direction of college web services. Provide implementation team leadership for major web service projects/initiatives.
* Help optimize the user experience on the website and assist with content creation using best practices through SEO compliance.
* Perform related duties as assigned.
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