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We are now accepting applications for a qualified Web Specialist at Belmont University. Employment Type Staff Internal Job Category Exempt (Staff) Full-Time Department Marketing & Communications Hours 37.5 Primary Duties and Responsibilities: The Web Specialist works as a member of the University Marketing & Communications (UMAC) Web team to produce assigned web marketing projects efficiently and to high creative, quality, and technical standards. The position creates effective and engaging front-end designs for Belmont's externally facing websites, email communications, online ads, and other digital content to advance the University's brand, spread its mission, support its vision, and encourage enrollment/investment.

Peak seasons for this position are at the beginning of the fall and end of the spring semesters. Primary Position Responsibilities Assist web team colleagues and internal clients to create responsive, accessible, and engaging websites and emails that support the University's brand and marketing objectives. Work to meet established production schedules and deadlines as assigned. Proactively communicate with internal clients on job status and follow all projects through to completion. - 35% Assist in updating and managing website content using the University CMS (Content Management System) as assigned. Assist in front-end development, SEO optimization, user management/training, and enforcement of University website governance policies. - 30% Continuously optimize the effectiveness of the university website through quality assurance and search engine optimization using various website analytics and usability testing. - 15% Ensure all web functions and code comply with accessibility and privacy laws, including AAA level compliance using WCAG standards and full compliance with GDPR standards. - 10% Commit to staying abreast of industry best practices, standards, tools, and techniques for site design, development, and optimization in support of University marketing goals through continuous personal and professional development. - 10% Required Qualifications Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who will support our mission and vision. As a Christ-centered and student-focused community, we aim to: Form diverse leaders of character; Equip people to solve the worlds complex problems through teaching, research, and service; And be radical champions for helping people and communities flourish. Additional Optional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to design responsive and accessible websites and emails using HTML and CSS. Ability to use Velocity, XML, Sass, - Beginner Ability to work within enterprise-level content management systems like HannonHill CascadeCMS, WordPress, or others - Beginner Required Education Required: Bachelor's degree Preferred: Bachelor's degree Field of Study: Web Design and Development Required Experience Required: Less than 12 months Preferred: 1 3 years Type/Field of Experience: Web Design and Development Experience can substitute for education: Yes The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University. Belmont University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Belmont University is a Christ-centered community. The University faculty, administration, and staff uphold Jesus as the Christ and as the measure for all things. As a community seeking to uphold Christian standards of morality, ethics, and conduct, Belmont University holds high expectations of each person who chooses to join the community. In compliance with federal law, including provisions of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973/the Americans with Disabilities Act, Belmont University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, military service, or sexual orientation in its administration of education policies, programs, or activities; its admissions policies; or employment. The University primarily hires employees of the Christian faith committed to supporting the mission of the University. The University has appointed the Chief Human Resources Officer/Deputy Title IX Coordinator to serve as coordinator of non-discrimination compliance for staff and faculty. The Director of Institutional Equity and Compliance and Title IX Coordinator serves as coordinator of compliance for Title IX (sex discrimination) issues and questions for students. Click here to learn more. *In accordance with accrediting standards for its professional education programs in law and medicine, the University does not apply religious criteria in hiring employees within those programs. All employees hired by the University, regardless of religious faith, shall be committed to Belmonts Christ-centered, student-focused mission. Belmont's Office of Human Resources will conduct ongoing evaluations of the means by which candidates for employment are sought, to ensure the pool of candidates includes qualified women, minorities, veterans, and disabled individuals. Belmont University is an equal opportunity employer under all applicable civil rights laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr