Part-Time Web Content Specialist

Summary:

The Interdisciplinary Research Support Office (IRSO) provides comprehensive post-award and administrative services for multi-departmental and multi-institutional research initiatives, as well as for centers and institutes across Rice University. As a central unit supporting a broad portfolio of interdisciplinary activities, IRSO offers staff exposure to a wide range of research programs, operational needs, and stakeholder groups across the university’s research enterprise.

The Web Content Specialist supports the Interdisciplinary Research Support Office (IRSO) within the Office of Research by maintaining and updating IRSO stakeholder websites and assisting with the migration of web properties to Rice University's new CMS platform, Storyblok. The position works with faculty, institute directors, and research staff to gather, organize, format, and publish accurate, accessible, and consistent web content.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

All interested applicants should attach a resume and cover letter in the Supporting Documents section of the application, preferably in PDF format to avoid any formatting issues.

Work Authorization: 
This position is open only to individuals authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship, now or in the future. Candidates who require sponsorship are not eligible for consideration.

Ideal Candidate Statement

The ideal candidate is an experienced web content professional with higher education experience who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable independently managing and updating website content. They have experience working with content management systems, coordinating web content with faculty and staff, and ensuring website content is accurate, accessible, and consistent. Experience with Storyblok, Drupal, and Siteimprove is preferred.

Workplace Requirements:

This position is fully remote, permitting duties to be performed from an approved location within the United States. Per Rice policy 440, work arrangements may be subject to change.

This is a non-benefits-eligible, part-time (about 10 hours per week) position.

Hourly Rate: $25.00 *Non-Exempt (hourly) positions under FLSA are eligible for overtime.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree

• 1+ years of web content management experience in higher education

Skills:

• Advanced computer skills and demonstrated experience with office software and email applications

• Proven success in following through on and completing projects

• Familiarity with technology, social media platforms, and current and emerging digital trends

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills

• Ability to prioritize and multitask

• Ability to routinely and independently exercise sound judgment when making decisions

Preferences

• Experience with Storyblok, Drupal, and Siteimprove

Essential Functions:

• Supports day-to-day maintenance and content updates for IRSO and its stakeholder research institute and center websites

• Assists with the planning, content formatting, testing, and execution of site migrations to the Storyblok platform

• Coordinates with faculty, institute directors, and research staff to gather, organize, and update web content, announcements, news, and research resources

• Ensures digital accessibility, brand consistency, and high content accuracy across all IRSO digital channels

• Participates in the development of digital communication and brand strategies for programs, departments, or units

• Writes, designs, and coordinates the production of digital communications and marketing materials

• Recommends integrated communications and marketing plans to meet organizational objectives

• Assists in building and maintaining digital communities through social media channels, blogs, and websites

• Assists in the design and development of graphics and web pages

• Drafts content used to engage constituents and grow digital channels

• Curates digital content

• Implements social listening efforts and reports findings to management

• Provides customer service to constituents across digital channels

• Represents the organization to constituents

• Compiles data, analyzes results, and reports metrics

• Performs all other duties as assigned

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