Digital Content Specialist Position

Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace

With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL, and Prescott, AZ-along with a Worldwide network spanning roughly 120 global locations-Embry-Riddle proudly stands as the world's largest aviation and aerospace university. Now celebrating our 100th year, we continue to lead innovation in STEM education, serving more than 30,000 students worldwide. Our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space prepare the next generation of leaders shaping the future of flight and beyond.

The Opportunity

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is seeking a Digital Content Specialist to join the Information Technology department in a teleworking arrangement. The Digital Content Specialist is responsible for the production of digital content on university websites and digital properties. Reporting to the Director of Web Content, the Digital Content Specialist will manage web content requests and implement web changes on the University's external and internal websites and manage content for university digital signage.

The Digital Content Specialist works closely with web designers, web developers, SEO specialists and analytics analysts to ensure that website content can reach the intended audience, provide consistent user experience and convey information in a clear and accessible manner. The Digital Content Specialist will partner with internal stakeholders to obtain all content requirements and assets while educating and guiding them on how to align content with university web content standards and digital best practices.

The Digital Content Specialist will manage and schedule content for digital signage on our campuses, ensuring that the signs remain up-to-date and reflect the university's brand standards. Information Technology provides a modern, collaborative environment with on-site amenities, professional development opportunities, and a flexible summer work schedule. Working for Embry-Riddle entitles employees to a robust benefits package - from quality health care and retirement to generous education benefits.

Primary Job Functions, Duties, and Accountabilities

• Maintain, review, approve, and enhance web content across Embry-Riddle's external and internal websites and digital platforms.

• Oversee the creation, layout, and updates of new and existing web pages.

• Manage and coordinate content for campus digital signage.

• Optimize all digital content for usability, search engine performance, and accessibility compliance.

• Utilize the IT ticketing system to manage, prioritize, and complete web-related tasks and requests.

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!

• Health Benefits: Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships. Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs. Join a workplace that prioritizes your health-because your journey to wellness should be rewarding! Buckle up for a healthier, happier you!

• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.

• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.

• Generous Time Off: Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.

Required Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, New Media, Computer Science, or a related field.

Required Experience

• 1-3 years of work-related experience in digital content management, web development, or a related field.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Demonstrated experience in digital content creation and hands-on experience with content management systems.

• Effective and clear communicator, comfortable managing relationships with stakeholders.

• Detail-oriented and quality-driven, committed to producing the highest quality digital content to represent Embry-Riddle.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and requests with varying deadlines.

• Knowledge of web usability and accessibility best practices.

• Experience with Sitecore, SharePoint Online, Adobe Creative Suite, and digital signage software is a plus.

• Commitment to supporting IT Core Values, including focusing on continuous improvement, collaborating effectively with the team, learning from mistakes, being accountable, and demonstrating determination, focus, and tenacity.

Job Parameters

• May require work outside of normal business hours, including participation in an on-call rotation for after-hours and weekend support to address high-priority content updates.

• Travel to the Daytona Beach campus once per year to attend the Information Technology team retreat.

Application process/requirements

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition numberR310682. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:

• Cover letter

• Full Resume

• Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)

Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.

Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions - including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment - based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website.

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