Web Content Developer

Montana Tech • Butte, MT

2d • $68,000 - $68,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Montana Technological University, the state’s STEM institution university located in the vibrant, historic community of Butte, is seeking a skilled Web Content Developer to join its team. This role will manage the university's digital presence.

Montana Technological University is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Web Content Developer to join our Marketing and Communications team. As a key architect of our digital identity, you will be responsible for managing, maintaining, and evolving the university’s primary website www.mtech.edu.

The Web Content Developer will oversee the day-to-day operations of our web environment—bridging the gap between high-level programming and intuitive interface design. This is a versatile role requiring a blend of technical programming, creative interface design, and meticulous content management. From implementing routine content updates to ensuring accessibility standards, you will play a central role in how the world experiences Montana Tech online.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or two years’ experience maintaining websites in a higher education or enterprise environment, including all aspects of design, information architecture, content development, communications strategy, and application programming.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and responsive design principles.
• Experience managing content within a professional content management system.
• Solid understanding of Adobe Creative Suite and graphic development.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Access and Apache Velocity.
• Ability to work across campus to gather content from diverse departments and stakeholders.
• Understanding of higher education marketing practices and strategies for college/university websites.
• Understanding of the latest Web Content Accessibility Guidelines

Nice To Haves

• Experience with the Cascade content management system.

Responsibilities

• Content Management & Publishing: Refresh text, images, video, and downloadable assets across the site using the Cascade CMS.
• Build and launch new pages using existing templates; modify templates as needed to meet evolving departmental needs, ensuring WCAG compliance.
• Resize and compress images and reformat video files to ensure fast load speeds and high visual quality.
• Deliver engaging, user-friendly online experiences by prioritizing intuitive design and inclusive digital architecture.
• Technical Development & Troubleshooting: Use HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript to perform minor layout adjustments and styling tweaks beyond standard CMS capabilities.
• Perform rigorous testing for broken links, typos, and formatting errors.
• Ensure all content is fully optimized for mobile devices and various browser environments.
• Identify and resolve display issues, plugin conflicts, or "bugs" reported by stakeholders.
• Conduct routine site audits and proactive maintenance to ensure the site is functional, secure, and up-to-date.
• SEO, Accessibility & Analytics: Implement on-page SEO best practices, including meta tags, alt text, and proper header hierarchies.
• Ensure all web content meets the latest WCAG standards for accessibility.
• Collaboration & Strategy: Cross-Functional Liaison: Work with a variety of campus constituents to turn creative visions into functional web experiences.
• Coordinate with Information Technology Services regarding maintenance of web-related software applications (such as the A-Z directory) and associated hardware needs.
• Documentation & Training: Maintain internal "how-to" guides and provide training to non-technical staff on basic CMS usage while maintaining WCAG compliance.

Benefits

• Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that includes health, dental and vision insurance, mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution, partial tuition waiver, and a wellness program.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
• Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
• 5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
• 11 Holidays per year
• 3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
• Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
• 6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
• Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
• Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
• Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees