Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

The University Advancement team at Washington University in St. Louis is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, forward-thinking WordPress expert to join Advancement Communications as a collaborator on digital strategy. Advancement Communications’ mission is to inspire lifelong engagement and philanthropy through strategic, creative communications in collaboration with advancement and university partners.

This new position will report to the director of digital strategy. This person is responsible for the management and growth of University Advancement’s three web properties: alumni.wustl.edu, giving.wustl.edu, and advancement.wustl.edu. This position will serve as the primary consultant for website strategy within Advancement Communications and partner with University Marketing and Communications to upgrade and evolve site architecture as needed. Additional responsibilities include management of site content requests, leading individual and group training, and working with the digital strategy team to ensure our web properties support the goals of University Advancement.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop, schedule, and run WordPress user trainings for UA partners who need to manage and update specific content areas. Offer additional training sessions for advanced users (web photography, accessibility, forms, etc.) Emphasize adherence to WashU and Advancement visual brand and writing style. Serve as the primary point of contact for University Advancement partners with questions and requests related to website content (updates, changes, new pages, best practices, and site enhancements); will approve editor changes that have been submitted for publishing.
• Proactively and independently maintain and update content on all three UA websites with quarterly and annual content audits; update fiscal year statistics, news, photography, and staff directory; monitor outbound and inbound links.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for University Advancement partners with questions and requests related to website content (updates, changes, new pages, best practices, and site enhancements).
• Consult and collaborate with director of digital strategy on the direction, production, and overall strategy of content and implement high-level content changes, additions, and/or major navigation changes across all three UA websites to ensure sites align with the goals and objectives of University Advancement.
• Work directly with University Marketing & Communication’s digital team to strategize, implement and recommend site updates and improvements; report bugs and technical issues; prioritize technical requests and elevate issues needing immediate attention.
• Maintain Advancement Communications site content on University Advancement’s password-protected intranet.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with website content management and analytics.
• Experience with WordPress content management system.
• Five years WordPress experience in higher education or a non-profit organization.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, web development, or a related field.
• Proficiency in front-end WordPress development.
• Excellent attention to detail with an analytical mind and outstanding problem-solving skills.
• Excellent planning and time-management skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong understanding of the importance of a cohesive and consistent visual brand identity.
• Strong desire to develop new knowledge and stay abreast of new digital trends.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with colleagues at every level.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues in UA and University partners.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to a general audience.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three to five years of related experience.

Grade

G13

Salary Range

$63,900.00 - $109,100.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

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