Web Content Specialist

Usmd; Adelphi, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick and Safe Leave

PFML benefits

Medical, prescription, dental and VIs

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

The University System of Maryland (USM) Office is seeking a Web Content Specialist to support the development and launch of USM’s new website. The Specialist will create new pages and migrate existing ones to WordPress, with duties in content creation, editing, and publishing, in collaboration with IT and Communications and Marketing.

This is a part-time contractual role (10-15 hours/week), through 12/31/2026, with potential renewal. Up to 4 hours/week may be in-office in Adelphi or Baltimore.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 1 year experience web content.
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and brand-voice consistency.
• Familiarity with WordPress content management and accessibility best practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building the new WordPress site by migrating and developing content.
• Create pages and lay out content using templates; format text, images, links, and styling.
• Write, edit, and proofread for clarity, accuracy, and consistency with brand voice.
• Collaborate with internal teams to translate content and migrate to the new site.
• Optimize content for readability, accessibility, and SEO.
• Review pages for errors, formatting issues, and broken links.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Accessibility

Content organization

WordPress formatting

Deadline management

Communication

Collaboration

SEO basics

HTML/CSS basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

WordPress

HTML/CSS basics

SEO basics

Adobe Photoshop / Canva

Job description

Best consideration date for applications: Friday, September 4, 2026

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The University System of Maryland (USM) Office is seeking a Web Content Specialist to support the development and launch of the USM's new website. The Specialist will assist with the development of the site by creating new pages and migrating existing ones to the new WordPress content management system. The position will involve content creation, editing, and publishing. The Specialist will work closely with both the Office of Information Technology and the Office of Communications and Marketing to build a site that is user-friendly, accessible, and aligned with brand messaging.

This is a part-time contractual position, 10-15 hours per week. The initial contract will run through December 31, 2026, with the potential for renewal for an additional 6 months. Must be available for up to 4 hours per week in office (Adelphi or Baltimore) as needed.

Current undergraduate or graduate students are encouraged to apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in building the USM’s new WordPress website by supporting the migration and development of content.
• Assist with page creation and page layout updates in WordPress by formatting text, images, links, and basic styling using pre-established templates and patterns.
• Write, edit, and proofread website content to ensure clarity, accuracy, good organization, and consistency with brand voice.
• Collaborate with internal teams to translate existing content into well-structured, user-friendly web pages and migrate them to the new site.
• Optimize content for readability, accessibility, and search engines.
• Review pages for errors, formatting issues, and broken links.

HOURLY RATE

$28-$33/hr

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High school diploma or GED.

Experience:

One (1) year of experience creating or maintaining web content.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Familiarity with web content best practices, including accessibility and usability.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with demonstrated attention to detail.
• Ability to organize and present information in a clear, user-friendly manner.
• Ability to format and publish content, images, links, and documents within the WordPress content management system.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Associate's or bachelor's degree, particularly in the fields of Communications, English, Journalism, Marketing, Digital Media, Public Relations, or Information Design.

Experience:

• Experience migrating content between websites or content management systems.
• Experience writing content for higher education, government, nonprofit, or public-sector organizations.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of HTML/CSS.
• Basic knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Canva, or other image editing software.
• Familiarity with search engine optimization (SEO).
• Understanding of accessibility and user experience best practices.

• Sick and Safe Leave
• Maryland Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) benefits, where eligible
• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage options (eligibility and subsidies vary based on hours worked and other program requirements)
• Voluntary supplemental retirement savings plans