Sr Edit/Media Spec

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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title SR EDIT/MEDIA SPEC

Job Category Staff & Executive - Advertising/Marketing/Public Relations/Communications

Department Office of Communications - Nwk

Overview

Posting Summary

Rutgers University-Newark, an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise, is seeking a SR EDIT / MEDIA SPEC . Reporting to the Assistant Director of Media Relations, the SR EDIT / MEDIA SPEC is responsible for the content creation for the Newark.rutgers.edu website and other assigned websites and digital communications channels.

This position is responsible for, but not limited to the following:

• Communicating about Rutgers-Newark (newark.rutgers.edu) and other websites and digital platforms as assigned
• Proactively recommend new content for Newark.Rutgers.edu and identify the best formats to deliver that content (i.e. video, animation, web banners, etc
• Working with digital design and development teams, contributes to digital communications strategies and discussions
• Proposing ways to improve the format of the content on the website to achieve desired goals
• Researching, writing, and/or editing original or submitted web content, images, or other content types develop and/or implement supporting processes and procedures for unit, including content scheduling; and tests webpages for desired information architecture and organization
• Performing routine and non-routine tasks working within and across university departments
• Working closely on the redesign of the Rutgers-Newark main website
• Creating original content, editing others content, and organizing and updating content for Newark.rutgers.edu
• Servicing the Rutgers University – Newark community
• Coordinating and leading digital project teams

Position Status Full Time

Hours Per Week

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.

The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022, through August 31, 2023. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.eduFlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu

FLSA Exempt

Grade 06

Position Salary

Annual Minimum Salary 67500.000

Annual Mid Range Salary 84097.000

Annual Maximum Salary 100694.000

Standard Hours 37.50

Union Description URA-AFT Administrative

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, communication, marketing, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates knowledge, skill, and understanding of website management and publishing plus 5 years of relevant experience in communications or marketing

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• The candidate must be a creative thinker, who has demonstrated expertise recommending and advocating for new ideas and demonstrates ownership in their ideas to see them through implementation
• Advanced knowledge of website coordination, which is vital to maintaining a high-quality website that ensures a best-in-class user experience for prospective students and other audiences, and that reflects and bolsters the university’s reputation
• Ability to plan, organize and implement both short-term and long-term website updates and development working autonomously and as part of a group with an understanding of best practices in information architecture, web standards, and user experience for successful user engagement
• Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and experience using a content management system to develop and publish web content
• Ability to adapt to changing demands
• Must be organized and detail-oriented with strong planning and problem-solving experience
• The ideal candidate must be committed to providing accurate information and is persistent in researching content
• Writing is the main task in this position, therefore the candidate must have demonstrated success as a creative storyteller with a natural curiosity for information and news with the ability to craft content that conveys value for audiences and copy that is relatable and concise in a range of voices in various styles, from marketing blurbs and features to reports and video scripts
• Must be able to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Able to work effectively under the pressure of deadlines while managing multiple priorities independently with the support of a supervisor
• Understanding of website accessibility requirements

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

• Must be able to use Microsoft Office, Office 365 Groups, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere, and Drupal content management system. Comfortable working in MAC or PC environment

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Some evening and weekend work is required

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number 23ST1447

Posting Open Date 06/15/2023

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus Rutgers University-Newark

Home Location Campus Rutgers University-Newark

City Newark

State NJ

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees (https://policies.rutgers.edu/60-1-35-currentpdf) , Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to receive an updated (bivalent) vaccine dose. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals (https://policies.rutgers.edu/sites/default/files/100-3-1-current.pdf) , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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