Digital Content Specialist

About the Role

CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, fostering an environment of success for both students and employees. The Digital Content Specialist plays a key role in the Anagnost College of Engineering and Computer Science's (ACECS) online presence by managing the college's digital communications and content strategy. The incumbent works closely with the Dean and other college stakeholders to plan and implement digital content initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day maintenance and continuous improvement of the college and department websites.
• Ensure all web content adheres to CSU and industry best practices for digital accessibility, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), content presentation, usability, and web standards to provide an engaging and effective user experience.
• Coordinate the collection of graphics, photographs, videos, and other supporting materials for digital communications.
• Produce two electronic newsletters each semester highlighting college achievements, events, research, student success, and other news.
• Collect, organize, catalog, archive, and maintain digital assets, including photographs, videos, graphics, written content, and other media using online file management and project management systems to ensure assets remain organized and accessible for college-wide use.
• Analyze website, social media, email, and digital engagement metrics; prepare reports; and recommend communication improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of relevant experience.
• Additional experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of website maintenance, content planning and publishing, digital accessibility requirements, SEO, usability principles, content presentation, and web standards.
• Demonstrated ability to create, edit, publish, and distribute engaging content across websites, social media, and electronic communication channels.
• Experience coordinating graphics, photographs, and videos; preparing email campaigns using platforms such as Emma; and collaborating effectively with administrators, faculty, students, and other stakeholders.
• Thorough knowledge of content planning, writing, editing, publication, and distribution practices for electronic newsletters.
• Ability to present college achievements, events, research, and student success accurately and effectively to diverse internal and external audiences.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement and savings plans.
• Tuition waiver and more.

Pay

The anticipated hiring range is $5,178 – $5,948 per month, dependent on qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is $5,178 - $7,543 per month.

Schedule

• Full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday. May include evenings and weekends.
• Regular position with a one-year probationary period.
• Currently hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day remote); subject to change based on student and/or operational needs.

This position is sensitive as designated by the CSU. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act.