What are the responsibilities and job description for the Digital and Web Specialist position at Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences?
JOB SUMMARY:
The Web and Digital Specialist supports the Web and Digital Coordinators for OSU Center for Health Sciences and is responsible for assisting with the design, development, and support of the university’s digital communications. As part of the External Affairs team, the Web Specialist is customer-service focused and achieves marketing goals utilizing technical knowledge combined with strong written communication skills.
The Web and Digital Specialist plans site page layouts and navigation within OSU’s content management systems (CMS), including the university’s proprietary CMS and WordPress websites, using established templates and following brand guidelines in partnership with team members. The Web and Digital Specialist will also assist in the design and development of email communications using hard code. This role requires ensuring all digital designs meet accessibility standards.
Additionally, the Web and Digital Specialist will contribute to the creation of guidelines, learning materials, and research to support understanding and best practices for OSU’s digital systems and accessibility standards. They may also develop resources for other digital-related topics as needed. The Web and Digital Specialist will conduct and report analysis of site traffic, Google reviews, and other digital analytics.
Environmental Hazards:
Typically a normal office environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to lift and carry 8-10 pounds, stoop, reach, stand, walk, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, see, and perform repetitive motions with or without
If you are viewing this job posting outside of the actual OSU job application website, please go to jobs.okstate.edu to apply and submit a resume
Special Instructions to Applicants
Education & Experience
Position Qualifications:
REQUIRED:
The Web and Digital Specialist supports the Web and Digital Coordinators for OSU Center for Health Sciences and is responsible for assisting with the design, development, and support of the university’s digital communications. As part of the External Affairs team, the Web Specialist is customer-service focused and achieves marketing goals utilizing technical knowledge combined with strong written communication skills.
The Web and Digital Specialist plans site page layouts and navigation within OSU’s content management systems (CMS), including the university’s proprietary CMS and WordPress websites, using established templates and following brand guidelines in partnership with team members. The Web and Digital Specialist will also assist in the design and development of email communications using hard code. This role requires ensuring all digital designs meet accessibility standards.
Additionally, the Web and Digital Specialist will contribute to the creation of guidelines, learning materials, and research to support understanding and best practices for OSU’s digital systems and accessibility standards. They may also develop resources for other digital-related topics as needed. The Web and Digital Specialist will conduct and report analysis of site traffic, Google reviews, and other digital analytics.
Environmental Hazards:
Typically a normal office environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to lift and carry 8-10 pounds, stoop, reach, stand, walk, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, see, and perform repetitive motions with or without
If you are viewing this job posting outside of the actual OSU job application website, please go to jobs.okstate.edu to apply and submit a resume
Special Instructions to Applicants
Education & Experience
Position Qualifications:
REQUIRED:
- Associate’s degree in web development/design, Management of Informatic Systems, Digital Marketing, Strategic Communications, Interdisciplinary or equivalent experience
- Two (2) to five (5) years of professional web development or design experience; or equivalent experience
- Valid Driver's License
- Expertise in HTML, CSS, and basic JavaScript for web and email development.
- Proficient in Content Management Systems (CMS) like WordPress and custom solutions.
- Knowledgeable in web accessibility standards (WCAG) and inclusive design strategies.
- Skilled in graphic design using Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop and Illustrator.
- Capable of creating and troubleshooting hard-coded HTML email templates.
- Understanding of responsive web design principles.
- Proficient in Google Analytics and digital analytics tools for website performance monitoring.
- Experienced with ADA compliance tools and conducting accessibility assessments.
- Familiar with developing responsive, user-focused web pages that follow brand guidelines.
- Experience in an academic setting
- Experience with Omni Update CMS
- Experience working with email marketing platforms and building HTML-based email templates.
- Familiarity with ADA compliance tools for accessibility testing.
- Bachelor’s degree
