Web and Communications Coordinator

Washington State University • Lincoln, NE

280d • $3,239 - $4,632 • Remote

About The Position

The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) Communications group at Washington State University (WSU) serves as a vital resource for the Office of the Dean and affiliated college units, offering tools and expertise to amplify achievements and share groundbreaking work. From promoting events to developing press releases, we collaborate to ensure your efforts gain the recognition they deserve. CAS Communications group invites candidates apply for a Web and Communications Program Coordinator/Assistant. The successful candidate will begin as either a Program Assistant or Program Coordinator depending on your level of experience. As the Web and Communications Program Coordinator, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing digital content across multiple platforms, including websites, digital newsletters, and social media channels. In this role, you will ensure the content is engaging, accurate, and aligned with the institution's brand, accessibility standards, and strategic goals. You will also collaborate with internal stakeholders to enhance digital storytelling, improve user experience, and drive audience engagement.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of full-time clerical experience OR equivalent education/experience for Program Assistant.
• High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of experience in the program specialty OR equivalent education/experience for Program Coordinator.
• Strong understanding of web accessibility standards (WCAG 2.0 AA), SEO best practices, and content management systems (CMS).
• Proficiency in email marketing platforms, social media scheduling tools, and web analytics.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in higher education, nonprofit, or mission-driven organizations.
• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, or basic web development principles.
• Experience with graphic design or multimedia content creation (Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud).

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize digital content across multiple platforms, including websites, digital newsletters, and social media channels.
• Ensure content is engaging, accurate, and aligned with the institution's brand and accessibility standards.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to enhance digital storytelling.
• Improve user experience and drive audience engagement.

Benefits

• Paid sick and vacation leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents.
• Retirement and deferred compensation.
• Optional supplemental retirement accounts.
• Training and development.
• Employee tuition waiver.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED