What are the responsibilities and job description for the Webmaster position at Lake Michigan College?
Webmaster
Posting Number: 0000992
Reports to:
Executive Director, Marketing & Communications
Department: Marketing and Communications
Classification: Exempt
Full or Part-time: Full Time
Job Summary:
The Webmaster is responsible for maintaining, updating, and enhancing the site to ensure it is user-friendly, accessible, and aligned with the Colleges mission. This position requires proficiency in web development technologies, an understanding of best practices for content management, and a commitment to providing an exceptional user experience for students, faculty, staff, and the general public.
Essential Functions:
Website Maintenance & Updates
1. Oversee day-to-day operations of the colleges website, ensuring that content is up-to-date, accurate, and aligned with institutional goals.
2. Perform regular updates and security patches for CMS core, modules, and themes to ensure optimal functionality and security.
3. Troubleshoot and resolve website issues, bugs, and user feedback in a timely manner.
Development & Customization
1. Customize and develop new features, themes, and functionalities for the website using Drupal 9, PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
2. Work with Marketing and Communications to develop custom landing pages, forms, and content displays that meet the needs of various audiences.
3. Develop responsive designs and ensure cross-browser compatibility for an optimal user experience across all devices.
Content Management & Collaboration
1. Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications team and IT to ensure content is effectively managed and displayed.
2. Provide training and support to content editors on how to use Drupals content management system (CMS) for efficient content creation and publishing.
3. Maintain website content workflows to ensure accuracy and compliance with institutional standards and policies.
SEO & Analytics
1. Implement search engine optimization (SEO) best practices to improve site visibility and search rankings.
2. Monitor website performance using analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) and provide reports to help drive data-informed decision-making for improvements.
3. Optimize website speed and performance to enhance user experience.
Security & Accessibility
1. Ensure the website complies with accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1) to meet the needs of all users, including those with disabilities.
2. Implement and maintain website security protocols to protect against vulnerabilities and safeguard sensitive data.
3. Regularly audit the website for compliance with privacy laws and institutional guidelines.
Collaboration & Communication
1. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT and Marketing and Communications, to deliver web projects that meet organizational goals.
2. Act as a liaison between the IT team, Marketing and Communications, stakeholders, and external vendors, managing timelines and deliverables for web-related projects.
3. Provide regular updates on website performance, upcoming changes, and new features.
Other Duties:
General Operations
1. Act as an escalation point for Help Desk tickets to resolve website issues. Collaborates with other IT and marketing resources to assist in resolving problems.
2. Proactively manages changes in project scope, identify potential crises, devise contingency plans, and report changes.
3. Provides written reports to project managers and others on the status of projects and initiatives.
4. Actively serves on committees, as assigned.
5. Actively supports and participates in cross training.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.
Accountabilities:
Job Specifications:
1. Associate degree in Web Development, Computer Science, IT, or equivalent work experience.
2. 1 years of web development experience, with hands-on knowledge of Drupal or other CMS platforms.
3. Proficient in front-end (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery) and back-end development (PHP, MySQL, or similar databases).
4. Strong understanding of Drupals content management features, including content types, views, blocks, and permissions.
5. Knowledge of web development principles such as responsive design, SEO, and website optimization.
6. Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and web development workflows.
7. Familiarity with web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) and using data to inform decisions.
8. Awareness of web accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1, ADA compliance) and Web Accessibility Certification is a plus.
Grade:
Salary Range: $63,190.40
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Be a part of the Red Hawk family and apply today! Benefits start on first day of hire! Extensive paid time off (including Spring Break), College fully pays the in-network health insurance deductible, minimum of 10% employer retirement contribution per payroll, and much more!
Virtual Campus tour:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMxd91KXcGs
SW Michigan information:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mlive/posts/10159842598643896
YouTube: https://youtu.be/Cc2w_HihK20
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CQb1c8fJ5ay/
Story on MLive: https://www.mlive.com/michigansbest/2021/06/summer-in-st-joseph-spend-a-michigans-best-day-with-beaches-great-food-wine-trails.html
Official transcripts required upon hire.
Information on our standard hiring process: Lake Michigan College will accept applications on this position for at least 14 days. Please use a non-mobile device to fill out the application and upload documents. Applications will be screened for minimum qualifications as received. Once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received and sufficient diversity of applicants achieved, those applicants will be passed along to the search committee. Once the search committee has determined which applicants they would like to interview, those applicants will be contacted. If this process extends beyond 21 days, a communication of the delay will be made to all applicants for the position. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources at hr@lakemichigancollege.edu.
Official transcripts required upon hire.
Information on our standard hiring process: Lake Michigan College will accept applications on this position for at least 14 days. Please use a non-mobile device to fill out the application and upload documents. Applications will be screened for minimum qualifications as received. Once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received and sufficient diversity of applicants achieved, those applicants will be passed along to the search committee. Once the search committee has determined which applicants they would like to interview, those applicants will be contacted. If this process extends beyond 21 days, a communication of the delay will be made to all applicants for the position. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources at hr@lakemichigancollege.edu.
Open Date: 04/16/2025
Closing Date:
To apply, visit https://lmc.simplehire.com/postings/5365
About Lake Michigan College
Lake Michigan College is a community college in southwest Michigan. We have three campuses -two of which are located ten minutes from our namesakes breathtaking shoreline.
Like other community colleges, we offer associate degrees, certificates, and even a baccalaureate degree. But what sets us apart from our peers is our seemingly limitless potential and our people - people who care deeply about our regions future and who are committed to student success and exemplary educational programs, strong alignments with both established and emerging industries, and productive partnerships with the communities we serve.
Faculty and staff at LMC enjoy excellent benefits and a supportive and friendly work environment. LMC recently received a Capital Outlay grant from the State of Michigan and a new millage from the southwest Michigan community, so the colleges facilities will be getting innovative, sustainable upgrades in the next few years that will contribute to the comfort, productivity and collaborative environment for all employees.
Living in Southwest Michigan
Southwest Michigan attracts millions of tourists who come for our beaches, wineries, and nationally acclaimed golf courses. But many who visit, choose to stay for our great schools, low cost of living, and high quality of life.
LMCs main campus is nestled in a watery and wooded wildlife sanctuary, yet its less than a half-days drive from major metro areas including Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit, and Indianapolis.
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Salary : $63,190
