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University of Washington

WEB CONTENT MANAGER

University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127


Req #: 241113

Department: CONTINUUM COLLEGE

Appointing Department Web Address: https://www.continuum.uw.edu/

Job Location Detail: hybrid - Tuesday/Wednesday onsite

Posting Date: 11/22/2024

Closing Info: Closes On 12/06/2024

Salary: $5,822 - $6,200 per month

Shift: First Shift

Notes: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-staff-20230701_a11y.pdf)

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.

UW Continuum College (Continuum) expands the reach of the University of Washington with programs like UW Professional & Continuing Education, International & English Language Programs, Youth & Teen Programs, and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the UW that meet the needs of various learners at all phases of their lives. We are focused on removing obstacles to relevant educational opportunities by addressing geographic, financial, length of commitment and time constraints, increasing access to knowledge for more people. As a diverse community that values inclusivity and collaboration, we foster a respectful, supportive workplace where innovation comes to life. By looking ahead and experimenting with new approaches, we’re creating new educational opportunities to help people thrive in a world of change.?

UW Continuum College has an exciting opportunity for a Web Content Manager.

About the Position

The Web Content Manager plays a key role in managing UW Continuum College’s more than 25 websites, ensuring the content is current, engaging and accessible, and meets the needs of students.

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About You

You thrive in a collaborative, dynamic work environment. You share a passion for Continuum’s values: diversity and respect for all, equity and inclusivity, a never-ending pursuit of excellence, integrity, and trust and openness. The ideal candidate is a talented and versatile writer/editor who can easily switch between web copy, blog posts and feature stories; a skilled project manager who can keep multiple balls in the air; and a strategic thinker who can see the big picture but also mind the small details.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Produce consistently clear, concise, engaging and user-focused content

Manage content development for web projects

Maintain productive and collaborative working relationships with partners

Analyze business and user needs to provide content solutions

Propose process improvements for content development and maintenance

Generate content ideas to meet marketing objectives

Evaluate the effectiveness of content in meeting goals

Apply SEO tactics to improve search performance of content

Develop and maintain content guidelines to ensure content consistency

Evangelize best practices in content strategy and management

Provide consultation on content strategy to campus partners

Stay current with trends in content strategy and UX and look for opportunities to innovate and improve website experiences

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in communication, English, information management or related field and three years of experience in a content management role OR an equivalent combination of education and experience

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Strong organizational, editing, writing and project management skills

Ability to meet challenging timelines and work in fast-paced environment

Ability to work collaboratively across teams and with partnersAt the University of Washington, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are central to our efforts to maintain a welcoming campus climate where all can find community. Affinity groups, among other resources, are available as an opportunity for UW Staff and Faculty to build connections across our campuses. To learn more about DEI-related resources, trainings, and policies, please visit our website, https://hr.uw.edu/diversity .

Application Process:

The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.