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[full-time] Webmaster/Web Evangelist at University of South Florida Polytechnic

2010-09-07 11:11:55

Location: Florida
URL: http://www.poly.usf.edu/awesome

Description:

Are you awesome?

The University of South Florida Polytechnic is building the new American university, and we need a dynamic and energetic Web Evangelist to do it. We are looking for someone who can not only be an awesome “webmaster” but also has the personality and skills necessary to engage the broader campus community in the power of the web, new media and social media.

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[full-time] Communications Specialist at University of California, Davis

2010-08-31 12:39:27

Location: Davis, California
URL: http://admissions.ucdavis.edu/jobs/MarkSpec.cfm

Description:

Under the general direction of the Marketing and Communications Manager, the Communications Specialist has considerable responsibility for assisting in the development and execution of the UC Davis Undergraduate Admissions marketing and communications program. Duties include researching, writing, editing and producing clear and compelling communications pieces for print and web media; placement and coordination of advertisements and other marketing materials; coordination and management of print collateral and other communications pieces; and strategic analysis and development of strategic communication programs.

The department initiates and implements a wide variety of communications, public relations and marketing plans aimed at key constituencies including prospective students and their parents, admitted students and their parents, counselors, potential donors, and the UC Davis internal audience.

Please see complete job description and link to online application at http://admissions.ucdavis.edu/jobs/MarkSpec.cfm

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[full-time] Webmaster at Erikson Institute

2010-08-25 16:07:43

Location: Chicago
URL: http://www. erikson.edu

Description:

Erikson Institute, a graduate school in child development located in downtown Chicago, is seeking to hire a webmaster.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop www.erikson.edu and auxiliary sites
• Identify optimal open-source Web tools and database development tools
• Identify optimal hosting solution (cloud v dedicated server)
• Collaborate with consultant to build primary Web site, including database
• Supervise data and content migration and launch

Maintain, refine sites
• Continually modify structure of Web sites as needed to allow for improved and expanded content
• Optimize Web site for search engine placement
• Build templates for project Web sites
• Perform minor design work
• Collaborate with designers and writers to integrate functionality with content
• Conduct and respond to usability studies
• Identify and implement applications to expand functionality
• Troubleshoot, i.e. check sites regularly for bugs or other problems such as images that do not load properly
• Develop and support social media functionalities
• Maintain firewall, ensure file and data access and security
• Monitor and respond to site traffic stats (how often pages, features, links are used)
• Check links regularly to make sure they are still working and the information they provide is still current
• Update information contained on sites or in databases linked to sites
• Optimize and update graphic, photo, audio, and video files
• Enrich and expand links to and from Web sites

Manage/Consult
• Manage relationship with hosting company
• Manage copyright/licensure processes (SSLs, etc.)
• Manage relationships/site development process with projects
• Collaborate/consult with IT team to ensure integration of Web with other IT systems
• Collaborate with DL team/videographer
• Collaborate with all interested parties to develop short- and long-term solutions to current and emerging tech-related needs (e.g., database integration across systems, video and audio archiving solutions, etc.)
• Assist in researching and implementing Web-based advertising campaigns
• Keep abreast of and advise on compliance/regulatory issues
• Keep abreast of and advise on new developments and ideas in Web-based communication
• Keep abreast of and advise on new technology

Train
• Provide training and support in CMS to end users/content creators for site

Document
• Write policies & procedures (privacy, copyright, terms of use, etc.)
• Develop site documentation, as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:
The webmaster should have good knowledge of and demonstrated experience in Web design, project management, Web analytics (including Google Analytics), legal and security issues associated with Web communication and data gathering, Web site promotion and marketing, principles of usability, search engine optimization, accessibility, and database design. In addition, he/she should have knowledge of information technology (hosting solutions, developments in mobile computing, etc.) to guide Erikson’s overall communications development strategies and should be highly proficient in all those technologies on which Erikson’s web presence depends.

These may include, but are not limited to, the following:
CS4 or CS5 (Dreamweaver, Flash, Fireworks MX, Photoshop, Illustrator)
Web videography
Joomla!, Drupal, and/or WordPress
A variety of CMS solutions
DNS
CSS
Java and JavaScript
C++
ASP
HTML, XHTML, HTTP, and XML
PHP and PHP shopping cart
SQL (Access, Server, MySQL)
Windows, OS X, Linux, & Unix operating systems

ABOUT ERIKSON
Founded in 1966, Erikson Institute is one of the nation’s leading graduate schools in child development and early childhood education. It is a private, independent, NCA-accredited graduate school offering master’s degrees, a Ph.D., graduate certificates, and professional development courses in child development and early childhood education. Erikson provides a variety of employee benefits, including excellent health and dental plans, life/disability insurance, transit stipend, matching retirement contributions, and more. To learn more, visit our Web site at www.erikson.edu.

Erikson Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation including gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, Erikson Institute provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws (including during the application or hiring process).

TO APPLY:
Please email, fax or mail a cover letter and resume to:
Chief Marketing & Communications Officer
Erikson Institute
451 North LaSalle Street
Chicago, IL 60654
fax: 312.755.0928
email: pnedeau@erikson.edu

Absolutely NO phone inquiries accepted.

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[full-time] Web Communications Manager at Guilford College

2010-08-24 14:54:06

Location: Greensboro, North Carolina
URL: http://www.guilford.edu/hr

Description:

The Web Communications Manager for Guilford College in Greensboro, NC, is a new position with a key role in communicating college positioning and key messages through main website content and other digital initiatives. A main website redesign is underway with a focus on engaging prospective students and donors. The Web Communications Manager is part of a web team that includes a project manager, developer and system administrator. The successful candidate is a strategist and content specialist for the web and social media with a strong technical knowledge of the web. Three or more years of professional experience in marketing-oriented web content development with a working knowledge of the higher education industry is required. Excellent written and oral communications skills are required. A bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications or related field required. Deadline for applications is Sept. 30, 2010. Visit www.guilford.edu/hr to download a college employment application. For more information, e-mail Ty Buckner, Associate VP for Communications and Marketing, at rbuckner@guilford.edu.

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[full-time] Network Administrator at Prescott College

2010-08-24 12:20:25

Location: Prescott, Arizona
URL: http://www.prescott.edu/employment/index.php?action=viewSummary&jobID=75

Description:

The Network Administrator’s role is to ensure the stable operation of the in-house computer network. This includes planning, developing, installing, configuring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing all network servers, hardware, software, and communication links. The person will also analyze and resolve end user hardware and software computer problems in a timely and accurate fashion, and provide end user training where required.

For the full description and the online application: http://www.prescott.edu/employment/index.php?action=viewSummary&jobID=75

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[full-time] Web Developer at Temple University

2010-08-24 09:04:58

Location: Philadelphia
URL: http://www.temple.edu

Description:

The Web Developer will interact with content authors, editors, project managers, and technology staff in designing, developing and maintaining high quality electronic products such as web sites, e-mail newsletters, e-mail marketing messages, and other digital media. In addition, the Web Developer will be responsible for: enhancing and maintaining Temple.edu web site and all related links; contributing to the structure and development of Temple.edu pages; performing periodic maintenance as requested on any Temple-owned web site including editing content, formatting and posting text, and updating graphics and flash presentations; working directly with department heads and clients to develop or redesign professional looking web sites aligning with Temple University’s brand; and developing and maintaining comprehensive tracking reports to monitor web activities. Perform other duties as assigned.

Please apply at: http://www.temple.edu/hr/departments/employment/jobs_within.htm

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in web development, interactive media, graphic design, or another related field and at least one year directly related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Skills and Abilities:

*Experience developing and managing internet services or electronic content.

*Thorough knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, XML, XHTML, SQL, Flash, Actionscript, Dreamweaver, Contribute, Photoshop, Illustrator and content management systems.

*Experience in web design, email marketing messages and e-newsletter design.

*Knowledge of UNIX and dynamic web application framework preferably in a Linux environment.

*Ability to work collaboratively and educate colleagues and clients on best practices.

*Excellent verbal and written communication skills, analytical and problem solving.

*Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously

in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

*An online portfolio exhibiting strong visual abilities—typography, layout and color.

Preferred:

*Familiarity with streaming media, video/audio and podcast production and editing.

*Flash programming experience.

*Experience with content management systems such as Drupal and WordPress.

Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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[full-time] Web Communications Specialist at The University of Alabama

2010-08-18 13:33:37

Location: Tuscaloosa, AL
URL: http://www.ua.edu

Description:

SUMMARY: This position will assume overall responsibility for designing and developing the website(s) of a specific college(s) or division. This position is responsible for all development, implementation, training and support for the college(s) or division web site(s). Experience using open source content management systems (such as WordPress) to build dynamic web sites is preferred.

REQUIREMENTS: A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or a related technical field and at least two years experience in web communications, marketing, public relations or related experience OR a bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field and at least three years experience in web communications, marketing, public relations, or related experience. Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Javascript, Microsoft Office products, and image editing software. Demonstrated expertise in building and maintaining websites, including thorough knowledge of valid HTML, CSS, Javascript and web page editors. Basic understanding of the technology that supports Internet communication. Strong graphic design skills. Ability to clearly convey messages through writing. Superior file management and organizational skills. Ability to self-start with little supervision. Strong project management skills. Good interpersonal skills to include strong oral and written communications skills. Ability to think and plan strategically as part of a team.

TO APPLY: Please visit http://jobs.ua.edu and follow the online application process.

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[full-time] Web Designer, Office of Communications at Vassar College

2010-08-12 11:52:27

Location: Poughkeepsie, New York
URL: http://collegerelations.vassar.edu/webdesigner/

Description:

Note: please do not email careers@vassar.edu (an email address was required to post the job here) but visit https://employment.vassar.edu/ to apply.

Vassar College is seeking an experienced, full-time web designer to join our Web Development group. For more information about our group, we invite you to visit us at http://collegerelations.vassar.edu/webdesigner.

As a member of the web development group in the college’s communications office, the web designer is responsible for graphic design, development, implementation, and maintenance of all Vassar’s websites, in close collaboration with web and other colleagues.

Applicants must have a minimum of three years of professional web design experience handling both graphic design and technical aspects. Must give evidence via an online portfolio of excellent visual design ability, and a strong understanding of typography, especially for web use. Must be fluent in designing and coding for accessibility and user experience. Graphic design skills will include mastery of standard software such as Photoshop and Illustrator. Technical skills will include a thorough understanding of web standards and proficiency in hand-coding XHTML and CSS. Familiarity with content management systems, Javascript, Flash/Actionscript, XSL and/or PHP is a plus. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

About Vassar College:
Joining our campus is entering an academic environment with resources to match: theaters, art galleries, a library with over a million volumes, an athletic center, a golf course, nature preserves, and renowned speakers from every field. While our campus is known for its beauty, we’re also located in one of the most scenic places on earth, the Hudson River Valley, yet only 90 minutes from New York City. Vassar is strongly committed to fostering a community that reflects the values of a liberal arts education and to promoting an environment of equality, inclusion and respect for difference. Vassar College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, and applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged. Vassar offers competitive salaries and generous benefits, including tuition assistance for eligible dependents. Relocation assistance provided for this position.

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[full-time] Marketing Communication Manager - School of Music at Ithaca College

2010-08-04 11:17:13

Location: Ithaca, NY
URL: http://www.icjobs.org

Description:

Ithaca College is seeking to fill a new full-time position to support the School of Music. The Marketing Communications Manager works within the Office of Marketing Communications as an account manager assigned to the School of Music and will work with the dean, associate dean, faculty, and staff to coordinate the School of Music’s marketing and communications needs; designs and implements strategies that are in line with the College’s established brand, and works on specific projects and products.

For more information and to apply online (no emails please), see: http://bit.ly/cumHmY

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[full-time] Web Strategist at Western State College of Colorado

2010-08-03 17:04:24

Location: Gunnison, CO
URL: http://www.western.edu

Description:

Position: Western State College of Colorado invites qualified applicants for the position of Web Strategist. The Web Strategist is responsible for implementing an institutional positioning plan encompassing all areas of College-wide electronic and new media communications, including managing writing and web content on the College’s official website at www.western.edu. Additional responsibilities include website branding, institutional positioning and marketing aspects of the Web; the development of analytical measurement tools to gauge utilization and success of the College’s website; and supporting, editing and enhancing website development to reach diverse constintuencies. This is a full-time, 12-month position.

Salary/Benefits: Salary is commensurate with qualifications. Benefits include an employee/employer shared contribution retirement plan, health, dental and life insurance.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree; at least three years of progressive experience in marketing, branding, Web site management and content development; knowledge of content management systems and other Web management tools; excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to work across multiple electronic communication platforms; knowledge of Web copywriting techniques and Associated Press style.

Application: Send a letter addressing your qualifications for this position and interest in working at Western State College of Colorado; resume; transcript(s); a portfolio in PDF format or on a CD with a minimum of three professional work samples; and addresses and telephone numbers of three references to:

Web Strategist Search
Office of Public Relations
Western State College of Colorado
600 N. Adams St.
Gunnison, CO 81231

You may also e-mail materials to tkoehler@western.edu

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable during screening. Official transcripts are required prior to employment.

Deadline to apply is 5 p.m. on Monday, August 23, 2010.

Please direct questions to Tracey Koehler, Director of Public Relations and Communications, at tkoehler@western.edu or (970) 943-3038.

Western is a residential, public liberal arts college with an enrollment of 2,300 students who come from across Colorado and all 50 states. The college is located in Gunnison, Colorado, a rural community 200 miles southwest of Denver. At an elevation of 7,700 feet in the southern Rocky Mountains, the Gunnison Valley provides a wide range of year-round outdoor recreational opportunities. Employees have chosen Western because of the quality of life combined with rewarding careers. Visit www.western.edu to learn more about Western.

Western State College of Colorado is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and employer.

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