Web Content Specialist - Temporary

Iowa State University - College of Design; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Iowa State University - College of Design in Ames, IA is seeking a part-time Web Content Specialist to help manage and enhance our digital presence. The role spans 15 to 40 hours per week, with duties including publishing weekly news stories, producing monthly newsletters, and keeping website content current and engaging.

You will handle a web support ticket queue, coordinate with the web development team on issues, and contribute to page layout, content organization, and usability improvements

Qualifications

• Experience creating, editing, and publishing digital content for websites, newsletters, or other online platforms.
• Knowledge of website accessibility and usability best practices.
• Experience using web analytics tools to inform content decisions.

Responsibilities

• Publish weekly news stories and produce monthly digital newsletters.
• Ensure website content remains current, accurate, and engaging.
• Manage a web support ticket queue and coordinate with the web development team to resolve issues.
• Improve user experience through page layout updates and content organization.

Skills

Content publishing

Editing

News writing

Email newsletters

Web analytics

Accessibility best practices

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Journalism/English/Marketing

Tools

CMS

Job description

## Web Content Specialist - TemporaryApply: Ames, IA: Part time: Posted Today: R20104## Position Title:Web Content Specialist - Temporary## Appointment Type:Professional & Scientific## Job Description:**Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:**We are seeking a Web Content Specialist to help manage and enhance our organization's digital presence. This position will work a minimum of 15 hours and up to 40 hours per week, depending on business needs and candidate availability. In this role, you will publish weekly news stories, produce monthly digital newsletters, and ensure website content remains current, accurate, and engaging. You will manage a web support ticket queue, complete content updates, and coordinate with the web development team to resolve technical issues and website bugs. This position also plays a key role in maintaining and improving the user experience through page layout updates, content organization, and website enhancements. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to successfully manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills, a commitment to content quality, and a user-focused mindset are essential for success in this role. **Required Minimum Qualifications:*** High school diploma or equivalent* Experience creating, editing, and publishing digital content for websites, newsletters, or other online platforms. **Preferred Qualifications:*** Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Marketing, Public Relations, Web Design, Information Technology, or a related field.* Experience managing website content for a large or complex organization.* Experience writing and editing news stories, feature articles, or digital communications.* Experience producing email newsletters or other digital communications.* Knowledge of website accessibility and usability best practices.* Experience using web analytics tools and data to inform content decisions.Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position. **Application Instructions:** To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:* Resume/Curriculum VitaeIf you have questions regarding this application process, please email [e-mail], or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.## Proposed Start Date:October 26, 2026## Number of Months Employed Per Year:## Time Type:Part time## Pay Grade:P&S Temporary## Original Posting Date:October 16, 2026## Posting Close Date:## Job Requisition Number:R20104