F&C 2010 - G3 Communications Digital Officer (Team Leader) (608494) - 2010-411613929

South Lanarkshire; Hamilton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council is seeking a Digital Officer (Team Leader) to drive digital content creation and manage systems across all platforms. The ideal candidate will have experience in website management, a solid understanding of accessibility standards, and familiarity with content management systems like Jadu CMS. Excellent communication and project planning skills are essential for success in this role.

Benefits

Enrolment in a local government pension scheme

Up to 33 days annual leave

Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days)

Occupational sick pay

Family-friendly policies and flexible working

Employee discounts, including cinema discounts

Additional support benefits (Cycle to Work, Physiotherapy)

Qualifications

• Experience managing website, intranet, and social media content to meet accessibility standards.
• Understanding of WCAG 2.2 standards and implications for digital content.
• Excellent communication, project planning, organizational, and networking skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive effective digital content creation across all council platforms.
• Implement and review digital software, systems, and processes.
• Manage digital team workloads and meet deadlines.

Skills

Digital content creation

Budget management

Communication skills

Project planning

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Flexibility

Tools

Content management systems (CMS)

Jadu CMS

Siteimprove

Job description

INTERNAL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY VIA OPPORTUNITY MARKETPLACE AND COMPLETE THEIR SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS EITHER VIA THE ME TAB ON FUSION PRIOR TO STARTING THE APPLICATION FORM OR BY CLICKING ON THE LINK IN THE SECTION OF THE FORM TITLED REVIEW SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS.

Hours: 35 hours per week

Salary: £50,622 - £51,370 per year

Vacancy: Permanent

View the Digital Officer (Team Leader) job profile

An exciting opportunity has arisen within South Lanarkshire Council's Chief Executive's Office within the Communications and Strategy service, and we are seeking to recruit a Digital Officer (Team Leader).

You will be required to drive effective digital content creation across all council platforms, implement and review digital software, systems, and processes, be capable of budget management, and have a key role in driving digital transformation for the Council's Communication and Strategy functions.

Experience in managing website, intranet, and social media content to meet accessibility standards is essential. You should demonstrate a solid understanding of WCAG 2.2 standards and their implications for digital content. Familiarity with tools like Siteimprove is highly desirable. Knowledge of assistive technologies will also be beneficial.

Experience working with content management systems (CMS) is required, with preference for experience in Jadu CMS. You will contribute to developing our website and intranet, as well as emerging technologies.

You should demonstrate excellent communication, project planning, organizational, and networking skills, along with the ability to manage digital team workloads and meet deadlines. Strong IT skills, problem-solving abilities, and flexibility are also required.

When completing the application, please ensure to provide evidence of your experience and achievements in the five specific behaviors: Efficient, Flexible, Leading, Working with Others, and Performing.

We do not accept CVs; submit additional information under supporting documents if needed. Apply online, and all correspondence will be via email.

Selected candidates may need to assist with recruitment checks; failure to complete these in a timely manner may result in withdrawal from the process.

Canvassing Elected Members or employees of South Lanarkshire Council in connection with any appointment will disqualify the applicant.

Legislative Information: This post is excepted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 2003.

Foreign Police Check: Candidates should explain employment gaps and provide a police check for periods abroad.

Equal Opportunities and Armed Forces Community Covenant: South Lanarkshire Council is an Equal Opportunities employer, encourages applications from all community members, and guarantees interviews for disabled applicants meeting minimum requirements. We support armed forces members, veterans, and their families, guaranteeing interviews for veterans meeting minimum requirements.

Benefits include:

• Enrolment in a local government pension scheme
• Up to 33 days annual leave
• Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days)
• Occupational sick pay
• Family-friendly policies, flexible working, and leave options
• Employee discounts, including cinema discounts
• Additional support benefits (Cycle to Work, Physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program)