Public Web and Accessibility Specialist

Metropolitan Council; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Council in Minnesota is hiring a Web Specialist to manage the public website and intranet, ensuring content accuracy, brand consistency, and timely updates.

The role requires HTML/CSS knowledge, CMS administration (Umbraco/WordPress/Drupal), and accessibility testing to WCAG 2.1 AA standards. You will collaborate across Communications and IT to support digital campaigns and analytics-driven improvements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED with six years of experience.
• Associate degree with four years of experience.
• Bachelor's degree or higher with two years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Publish content across the Council's website using the CMS.
• Coordinate with Digital Experience Manager and external partners.
• Enforce web content standards and governance.
• Conduct accessibility audits to WCAG 2.1 AA.
• Monitor analytics and improve navigation.
• Assist with content migration and CMS onboarding.
• Support digital campaigns and internal communications.
• Identify broken links and content gaps.
• Balance multiple projects and deadlines.

Skills

HTML/CSS basics

Plain-language writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Content management awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Associate degree

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Umbraco

WordPress

Drupal

PowerBI

Tableau

Google Analytics

Siteimprove

SharePoint

Job description

Metropolitan Council in Minnesota is hiring a Web Specialist to manage the public website and intranet, ensuring content accuracy, brand consistency, and timely updates.

The role requires HTML/CSS knowledge, CMS administration (Umbraco/WordPress/Drupal), and accessibility testing to WCAG 2.1 AA standards. You will collaborate across Communications and IT to support digital campaigns and analytics-driven improvements.