Hiring Department
University of Missouri – Kansas City
Strategic Marketing & Communications
UMKC’s Division of Strategic Marketing and Communications has an exciting opportunity on our web team. We are looking for a creative, collaborative editor to proactively review and make edits to our academic web pages. The ideal candidate will have strong writing and organizational skills, plus experience in meeting deadlines.
Job Description
- Manage client relationships and expectations
- Plan and schedule project timelines
- Communicate expectations, turnaround times, and updates to the team and clients
- Identify content needs and create accessible web content using superb judgment, writing, editing and creative skills.
- Maintain quality and accuracy of web content as it evolves over time.
- Optimize content for SEO with consistent brand language, tone, and voice.
- Review website analytics and recommend updates to improve the user experience.
- Track, gather, proof, and edit written content from various sources
- Identify photo needs and select engaging and relevant brand photos from the photo archives
- Edit and proofread existing and new content, keeping in mind usability, accessibility, client goals and overall web strategy.
- Demonstrate strong people skills and the ability to work with a wide variety of team members and customers, building positive relationships.
- Ability to prioritize among multiple projects, meet deadlines and remain adaptable in a changing environment. This includes moving quickly on short-term needs while making progress on longer-term goals.
- Respond productively to feedback and ask clarifying questions to resolve misunderstandings.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in Digital Media, Journalism, English or related area.
- 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired.
- Strong writing and organizational skills, with experience in meeting deadlines.
- Understanding of best practices for web user experience.
- Experience in optimizing web pages and content.
- Understanding of Google Analytics, SEO, and website accessibility best practices.
- Proficiency in AP and plain language style a plus.
- HTML and CSS knowledge.
- Experience working with web CMS (Wordpress, Cascade Server).
- Proven track record of producing high-quality digital media content.
- Experience in marketing and/or higher education environment preferred.
- Experience in project management.
Anticipated Hiring Range
The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $53,976 - $55,900 annually.
Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Grade: 9E
University Title: STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS CONSULTANT
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Application Materials
Work samples required. Provide website URL or attach a document with samples.
Application Deadline
This position will remain open until filled.
Sponsorship Information
Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Community Information
Kansas City offers the best of both worlds—a vibrant, urban community with Midwestern appeal. The city’s rich history and its modern-day, innovative thinking come together to create an eclectic group of neighborhoods that offer a little something for everyone. From thriving arts districts, an energetic downtown nightlife, casual to upscale shopping and champion sports teams, you will have no problem making yourself at home. Of course, one of Kansas City’s biggest claims to fame is its food, especially its world-famous barbecue. Foodies will delight in the culinary scene found throughout the city. Ranging from award-winning chefs to cozy pizza joints, Kansas City definitely is not lacking any flavor.
UMKC’s campuses are conveniently nestled in the middle of all the action. Volker Campus is just minutes from the legendary Country Club Plaza, perfect for shopping or restaurants for lunch or after-work happy hours. Surrounded by hip neighborhoods and eateries, the Health Sciences Campus is located downtown near University Health Truman Medical Center and Children’s Mercy Hospital.
UMKC is proud to be “Kansas City’s university,” and the campus and its people celebrate all the characteristics of the surrounding community. To learn more about life in Kansas City and find more resources, visit VisitKC.com.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.
