Website Specialist- Oasis

Walden

Walden University is a member of Adtalem Global Education (NYSE: ATGE). More than 50 years ago, Walden University was founded to support adult learners in achieving their academic goals and making a greater impact in their professions and communities. Students from across the U.S. and more than 115 countries are pursuing a certificate, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree online at Walden. The university offers more than 100 online degree and certificate programs. Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, hlcommission.org. For more information, please visit WaldenU.edu and WaldenFacts.com.

Opportunity at a Glance

Walden University’s Office of Academic Support and Instructional Services is seeking an entry-level Website Specialist to join our team. As a Web Specialist, you will help us administer, maintain, and update our academic websites, student catalog, and student handbook. You will work closely with our team of content developers and website designers to maintain engaging, accessible, and responsive websites.

The Web Specialist is responsible for website content updates, website maintenance, and administration. You will provide support for SEO, analytics, user experience testing, and web design and development. The successful candidate must possess great attention to detail, with strong communication and organizational skills, and must exhibit exceptional follow-through. You must be able to work independently and take action to achieve goals and objectives, while remaining productive and focused in a fast-paced and evolving environment. 

People underrepresented in the information technology field are encouraged to apply. Some on-the-job training will be provided for a motivated candidate.

Responsibilities

• Support internal and external stakeholders across departments with content updates that align with the university’s content expectations and web accessibility standards.
• Perform maintenance activities to ensure optimal website performance; duties include resolving broken links, updating related systems and services, and other website maintenance duties.
• Review analytics reports, identify trends, and make recommendations to improve traffic and usa.
• Work with website designers and developers to create engaging and instructive websites that are responsive and accessible to all users.
• Support our website team in conducting user experience tests.
• Maintain documentation for websites and related products and services..
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

• Associates Degree Required in related field. Equivalent certifications such as W3Schools certifications or equivalent experience may be considered.
• Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
• 0-2 years of Web Development Experience 
• Proficiency in HTML and CSS Required
• Proficiency in JavaScript Preferred
• Proficiency in WCAG 2.1 Preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Familiar with WCAG 2.1, mobile responsive design, cross-browser functionality, and other core web development concepts.
• Excellent visual, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Outstanding attention to detail; must be thorough and precise in their work.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to thrive working with a team.
• Ability to adapt and pick up new techniques and technology; have a growth mindset.
• Ability to multi-task, remain calm under pressure, and adapt to rapid change.

Additional Information

In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $47,766.34 and $86,253.75. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.

Adtalem offers a robust suite of benefits including:

• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
• Participation in Adtalem’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
• 12 Paid Holidays
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We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. At Adtalem, we welcome everyone and have a strong commitment towards diversity and inclusion. We encourage our Colleagues to be their true authentic selves and support laws that prohibit discrimination everywhere we do business. We also maintain a drug-free workplace.