Arboretum Web Specialist

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan options

Flexible part-time schedule

Location flexibility subject to policy

Job summary

The University of Minnesota’s Arboretum Marketing & Communications team seeks a part-time Web Specialist to edit and publish content for the Arboretum website and intranet.

The role requires 8 hours per week with a flexible schedule, daytime liaison availability, and potential location flexibility based on agreement with the supervisor.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in related field + 2 years experience or equivalent.
• Demonstrated written communication aligned with brand/audience needs.
• Experience with Drupal 11 CMS or similar web CMS.
• Ability to solve problems with moderate supervision.
• Ability to liaise effectively with internal stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Receives draft content and requests for Arboretum programs for web/intranet publication; chooses publication approach based on web usability and content best practices.
• Ensures content aligns with brand standards and external stakeholder needs; corrects grammar, punctuation, messaging and formatting per style guide.
• Develops brand-aligned designs and information architecture for web pages using Arboretum photography and layout best practices.
• Uses Drupal for external website and Google Sites for internal intranet; resolves issues and implements solutions for new content needs.
• Collaborates with Web Marketing Content Professional on larger projects such as intranet audit/refresh and core content development.
• Reviews website accessibility with Pope Tech and resolves content and technical issues.
• Ensures content is high quality, accessible, SEO-friendly and up-to-date.
• Collaborates via Asana to manage web requests and projects.

Skills

Written communication

Stakeholder liaison

Problem solving

Schedule flexibility

Education

BA/BS in related field

Tools

Drupal 11 CMS

Google Sites

Asana

Job description

Contract Type: Part-Time

Location: All Other -See Job Description

Job Family: Supplemental Employee

Job Code: 0005

Employee Class: Civil Service

About the Job

The Web Specialist is a member of the Arboretum Marketing & Communications team and is primarily responsible for editing and publishing content for the Arboretum's website and intranet.

This is a part time role that works 8 hours/week most weeks. The schedule is flexible upon agreement between the employee and supervisor, though some daytime availability is required to liaise with our team. Flexibility on work location will be offered subject to agreement between the employee and supervisor.

Work Schedule

• Hourly, ongoing, typically 8 hours/week; no more than 14 hours/week

Responsibilities

• Receives draft content and requests related to Arboretum programs for web/intranet publication via Arboretum staff. Determines the best approach for publication based on knowledge of web usability and content best practices.
• Ensures content aligns with brand standards and external stakeholder needs. Corrects grammar, punctuation, messaging and formatting errors utilizing the Arboretum's style guide.
• Develops effective brand-aligned designs and information architecture for web pages - utilizing Arboretum photography and web layout best practices.
• Utilizes Drupal for our external website to meet program needs, resolving issues and developing solutions to align with new content needs. Uses Google Sites to edit our internal intranet.
• Works alongside our Web Marketing Content Professional to define and execute on larger web-related projects such as an intranet audit/refresh and core content development.
• Reviews the website for accessibility issues using Pope Tech and resolves content and technical issues.
• Ensures web content is high quality, accessible, SEO friendly and up-to-date.

Collaboration (10%)

• Manages web requests and projects using the Asana project management system.
• Collaborates with team and Arboretum colleagues in a professional manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• BA/BS in a related field plus two years of experience or a combination of related education and work experience to equal at least six years.
• Demonstrated written communication skills and ability to produce informational content aligned with the Arboretum's brand and audience needs.
• Experience working in the Drupal 11 content management system or similar.
• Ability to problem solve and identify solutions to technical or operational problems with moderate supervision.
• Ability to liaise effectively with internal stakeholders, including people from a variety of communities, backgrounds, and identities.

Preferred

• Experience utilizing Drupal 11 and Google Sites.
• Experience using web systems at the University of Minnesota.
• Experience using a project management system, like Asana.
• A demonstrated interest and or passion for public gardens, nature, and the environment.
• Experience as a part of a Marketing & Communications team.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $30.00 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.