Junior Web Editor - IT Dept. *Work Study Required*

Wisconsin History; Madison, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Wisconsin Historical Society is seeking a Junior Web Editor in the IT department for a part-time work-study role in Madison, WI. You will create, update, and manage WordPress pages, with emphasis on accessible content and WCAG compliance.

The position supports digital initiatives across historic sites and state programs while collaborating with IT staff and stakeholders. Ideal candidates are enrolled in CS/Web Development/UX, comfortable with HTML/CSS, WordPress, and basic photo editing, and

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a student in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Web Development, User Experience (UX) design)
• Knowledge of web design and development practices
• Interest in accessibility standards (WCAG) is a plus
• Able to learn new software and technologies
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Create, update, and manage the content of the Wisconsin Historical Society web pages, focusing on WordPress pages and the Content Management System
• Perform accessibility verifications and remediations to ensure agency webpage compliance

Skills

Work study requirement

Web content

Deadline management

Team collaboration

WordPress

HTML/CSS

Photo editing

WCAG accessibility

Education

Currently enrolled in CS/Web Development/UX

Tools

WordPress

HTML/CSS

Photo editing

Job description

Junior Web Editor - IT Dept. *Work Study Required*

Job No: 511977
Division/Organization: Community Partners
Department: Wisconsin Historical Society
Job Type: Local Work Study Student Jobs
Remote Eligbility: Not Remote
Location: HISTORICAL SOCIETY, STATE
Salary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: $17.00-$19.00
Job Categories: Digital Technology, Teamwork/Collaboration, Professionalism/Work Ethic, Business Management, Finance, and Marketing, Information Technology and Computers, Local Work-Study Required Student Jobs, Federal Work-Study Preferred, Libraries, Archives, and Museums

Department Overview:

The Information Technology Department at the Wisconsin Historical Society (WHS) manages the technology and computer infrastructure that drives the Agency’s business systems and automation requirements. The IT department manages infrastructure, software, and technical workflows that support the WHS's numerous program areas, 12 historic locations around the state, and its headquarters building in downtown Madison, WI.

Anticipated Start Date:

8/23/2026

Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):

Remote Work Eligibility Detail:

Not Remote

Anticipated Hours Per Week:

Minimum: 10 Maximum:20

Schedule:

Part-time Monday-Friday, flexible hours to accommodate class schedules

Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:

Minimum: $17.00 Maximum:$19.00

Number of Positions:

2

Qualifications:

• *WORK STUDY REQUIRED*
• Currently enrolled as a student in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Web Development, User Experience (UX) design)
• Knowledge of web design and development practices
• Interest in accessibility standards (WCAG) is a plus
• Able to learn new software and technologies
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge in copywriting
• Knowledge of photo editing
• Knowledge of WordPress
• Some knowledge of HTML/CSS
• Strong communication skills around ability to meet deadlines and work with stakeholders

Position Summary/Job Duties:

Under the general supervision of the IT Director and with guidance from the Software Engineer and Web Designer, the Junior Web Editor position will work to create, update, and manage the content of the web pages of the Wisconsin Historical Society, focusing primarily on WordPress pages and the Content Management System. The Junior Web Editor will also play a key role in ongoing digital accessibility, performing accessibility verifications and remediations to ensure agency webpage compliance.

Physical Demands:

none

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

UW-Madison is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background-people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: diversity.wisc.edu

Advertised: August 20, 2026 09:00 AM Central Daylight Time
Applications close: September 30, 2026 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time