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Join the College of Agricultural Sciences (CAS) as a Website Maintenance Assistant and contribute to the dynamic field of Ag Communications. As a key member of the AgComm team, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing our external-facing websites and supporting internal CAS intranet sites. This position reports to the Website Communications Manager. 

This is a work-study position; applicant must be eligible for work-study to apply.

 

Qualifications

We are seeking a currently enrolled CSU student with the following qualifications:

  • Working knowledge and experience using WordPress
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Basic skills in digital content editing, including image and document editing
  • Ability to apply critical thinking to problem-solving
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to offer a high standard of customer service
  • Commitment to uphold the university’s Principles of Community
  • Ability to work in a hybrid work environment
  • Willingness and ability to use personal equipment for digital content creation and editing

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Understanding of visual brand standards
  • Experience with digital accessibility standards (WCAG 2.0 AA)
  • Familiarity with search engine optimization (SEO) best practices
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Microsoft Teams
  • Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop and/or Adobe Acrobat

 

Job Responsibilities

  • Respond to website update request tickets and assigned projects
  • Conduct routine website health updates, including fixing broken links and adding alt text
  • Edit written and visual website content, ensuring adherence to web accessibility standards and CAS brand guidelines
  • Collaborate with CAS communicators and clients on projects, working both independently and as part of a team
  • Maintain a clear workflow for job ticket status communication and consistent productivity in both in-person and remote work environments
  • Assist in maintaining CAS personnel directory updates and provide support to individuals in need
  • Manage file organization and naming conventions, and develop automations to enhance productivity for the AgComm team and content owners
  • Ensure consistent and appropriate communication of the CAS brand on websites

 

Employee Benefit information can be found on HR’s Website. https://hr.colostate.edu/new-colorado-leave-benefits/  Colorado State University may conduct background checks on all final candidates. 

 

Colorado State University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search and motor vehicle history.  

 

Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all federal and state laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services. 

 

For inquiries, please contact Samuel Iven at sam.iven@colostate.edu.