WEBMASTER

Milwaukee Public Schools is actively recruiting experienced candidates for a webmaster position.

This position requires to manage and maintain the website of Milwaukee Public Schools, including the intranet. Troubleshoot site. Serve as liaison to website vendor. Suggest modifications and make recommendations to improve user experience. Support the Department of Communications in the use of the MPS website as a primary tool for marketing, public relations, parent information, and community engagement.

ALL candidates must attach:

• Current resume.
• Conferred transcripts confirming degree.

If you are unable to electronically attach these documents, please email them to Zennia Zivkovic, sifuenz@milwaukee.k12.wi.us.

Administrative applications for the following position are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources through Monday, April 7, 2025.

A current resume must be attached to the completed application. ALL candidates must attach transcripts confirming a Bachelor's or Master's Degree (highest). No applications will be accepted after the deadline date and time.

If you are unable to electronically attach these documents, you must notify human resources that you are sending hard copies which must be received on or before the deadline date listed above, to Zennia Zivkovic, sifuenz@milwaukee.k12.wi.us by 11:59 PM on Monday, April 7, 2025.

If you are selected for the next stage of the interview process, you will be asked to request three electronic professional references.

Appointment is subject to a criminal background check, a drug/alcohol test and credential verification.

• A bachelor's degree in computer science, communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, or related area.
• Three to five years of experience managing and maintaining web content systems within a large entity is required.
• Two years of experience in online communications, social media or marketing communications is required.
• Experience in the use of Content Management Systems such as Finalsite or WordPress is required.
• Experience in HTML and CSS, and deployment of online digital media is preferred.
• Must possess excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Knowledge of Section 508 and WCAG accessibility guidelines is required.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Demonstrates technical expertise needed to maintain a large-scale, multifaceted website.
• Manages requests for website support throughout the organization.
• Serves as liaison to website vendor.
• Develops and maintains website information architecture.
• Maintains working knowledge of social media, apps, and other platforms.
• Coordinates efforts with team members to provide accurate, up-to-date information on the website.
• Collaborates with MPS chiefs and designees to support departmental sections of the MPS website.
• Produces website content; edit the website content of others.
• Develops/refines standards, guidelines, and procedures for website publishing.
• Assists with maintenance of the intranet to assure smooth content management between the public and internal portions of the website.
• Follows the MPS style guide and branding guidelines in creation and maintenance of websites.
• Assists with training of district staff responsible for maintaining school and departmental portions of the website.
• Collaborates for development of long-range planning for the website.
• Provides quarterly reports on suggested improvements to allow the website to better function for key audiences.
• Oversee all website redesigns or significant updates, coordinating said activities with appropriate central services and/or school-based staff.
• Maintains excellent working relationships with all MPS departments and staff.
• Actively supports the MPS Strategic Plan.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The webmaster salary range is $82,961.94 - $119,591.27.

The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.