Posting Details
Job Title Agriculture Communications SpecialistRequisition Number RE41451 Working Title Department Name 81350:Agricultural Communications Work Location Lexington Grade Level 44 Salary Range $43,361-69,383/year Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education
BA
Click here for more information about equivalencies: https: // hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience
5 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None.
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods of time.
Shift
Monday – Friday; 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Job Summary
The Agricultural Communications team in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is seeking a Web Content Specialist that excels in creating dynamic, engaging web content. This individual will work with departmental stakeholders to develop effective web content that meets their external communication/marketing needs while ensuring alignment with the college's greater marketing and strategic communications strategy.
The Web Content Specialist will be responsible for auditing sites on the college's web platform for opportunities related to accessibility and content strategy and providing actionable solutions for improving user experience. This individual will provide training and guidance to stakeholders related to digital content strategy, accessibility, and analytics. Additionally, the successful candidate will serve as an advocate for departmental stakeholders on the Digital Communications team to improve the team's service infrastructure.
The Agriculture Communications team is committed to promoting work-life balance by offering hybrid work arrangements that allow for some amount of remote work. This position includes excellent benefits and provides opportunities for internal advancement. The College of Agriculture, Food and Environment is an inclusive and welcoming workplace that offers a variety of employee enhancement initiatives, such as a formal mentoring program and a staff professional development fund. To find out more about CAFE and how the college supports the mission of this being the University of, for, and with Kentucky Click Here: https: // www. ca.uky.edu/
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities : Writing, Content Strategy, Content Management Systems (CMSs), Web Design (HTML/CSS), Visual Design, Training, Digital Project Management
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Strong desire for continuous improvement. Customer Service, Superior interpersonal and communication skills – written and verbal. Proficient in web technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, SASS, and Bootstrap.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience
BA + 5 Years.
Deadline to Apply 09/21/2023 University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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