Boise State University, powered by creativity and innovation, stands uniquely positioned in the Northwest as a metropolitan research university of distinction. Learn more about Boise State and the City of Boise at https://www.boisestate.edu/about/

Boise State University is building an inclusive community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, cultural contributions, work history, and perspectives create a rich and rewarding academic experience for our students. Research demonstrates that people thrive when they feel welcome, respected, and inspired. We seek applicants who are committed to helping us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. Applications from members of historically marginalized groups, including women, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color), those with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, those who have served in the military, and members of other underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged.

Develop, maintain, oversee and enhance all aspects of University division’s or department’s web presence. Generate positive social media coverage and brand by promoting the Department or Unit and the people strategy by using the web, social media, and other materials.

Student Communications and Marketing serves as the voice for the Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management, generating creative content and strategy to guide Broncos through every step of their journey.

Entry-level professional with limited or no prior experience to contribute on a project or work team. Incumbent learns to use professional concepts to resolve problems of limited scope and complexity under close supervision while achieving day-to-day objectives. Works on developmental assignments that are initially routine in nature, requiring limited judgment and decision making. This level is typically focused on self development. Requires theoretical knowledge through specific education and training.

60% of Time the Web Specialist, Associate must:

• Provide website planning, design, development, maintenance and enhancements to ensure compliance with University policies, standards, security protocols and applicable laws and in order to provide necessary, up-to-date, effective, and user friendly websites. Promote proper use of URLs to ensure portability. Generate and monitor hyperlink analysis reports. Back-up websites per Office of Information Technology (OIT) and University policy.
• Create website development plans in consultation with the department with measurable goals, objectives and priorities, execute plans and report results.
• Provide web support for adjacent digital marketing systems.
• Perform quality control assessments, monitor accessibility reports and ensure ADA compliance.
• Work closely with and attend meetings as requested with OIT members, department personnel and other University staff as needed to ensure consistency and compliance with University-wide and department web development, maintenance and enhancement objectives.

35% of Time the Web Specialist, Associate must:

• Implement best practices for SEO across managed sub-sites.
• Evaluate UX on key pages and provide recommendations on strategies for increasing audience engagement.
• Implement best practices for web development, basic information architecture principles, and digital marketing into landing pages and other web-based campaign elements.
• Provide monthly summary reports to Student Communications leadership, including reviewing and analyzing Google Analytics and CRM landing page data.

5% of Time the Web Specialist, Associate must:

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to write quickly, cleanly, format, edit and review content and photos for the web.
• Experience using word processing and basic web content management materials.
• Knowledge of web operations, including design, development, debugging, publishing and
  analytics
• Knowledge and understanding of web application and database interaction.
• Graphic design software experience and proficiency, with an emphasis in Adobe Creative
  Suite platforms like Photoshop.
• Ability to assess, strategies, prepare and communicate the best practices for usability
• Ability to conceptualization, abstract thinking and logical reasoning
• Familiarity with ADA compliance and major OS platforms and their browsers in order to
  test for and address display issues.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

Salary range starts at $42,453.00 and is dependent upon experience. Boise State University is committed to offering a benefits package that provides health and financial protection plans as well as resources to promote health and well-being. Our program provides flexibility so you can choose the benefits that are right for you and your family. Learn more about our benefit options at https://www.boisestate.edu/hrs/benefits/.

• Professional resume
• Cover Letter detailing interest in the position
• Three professional references including at least one current or former direct supervisor