WordPress Website Administrator & Designer

University of Southern California; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 44,565 - 57,569; Full time

Job summary

An academic research institution in San Diego is seeking a WordPress Website Administrator & Designer who will manage and enhance websites for their research team. You will collaborate closely with various teams to create engaging content while ensuring optimal website performance and compliance with accessibility standards. Ideal for those with a bachelor's degree and experience managing WordPress sites in a fast-paced environment. This role offers a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience managing and designing WordPress websites.
• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and basic PHP.
• Understanding of SEO principles and Google Analytics.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain ATRI’s WordPress websites.
• Design and implement website layouts and features using WordPress.
• Collaborate with research and communications teams for content.

Skills

Managing WordPress websites

Proficient with WordPress themes and plugins

Understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript

SEO principles

Experience with graphic design tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

WordPress

Git

JIRA

Job description

WordPress Website Administrator & Designer

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Location

San Diego, CA (Hybrid in San Diego onsite 3 days a week)

Institute

USC Keck School of Medicine – Alzheimer Therapeutic Research Institute (ATRI).

Job Description

The USC Keck School of Medicine – Alzheimer Therapeutic Research Institute (ATRI), located in San Diego, California, is an academic institute comprised of an expert group of scientific collaborators committed to advancing the development of new treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) through innovative clinical trials. We are seeking a WordPress Website Administrator & Designer to join our growing team. This role is ideal for a creative and technically skilled individual who is passionate about building and maintaining impactful web experiences in a research-driven environment.

Duties

• Administer and maintain ATRI’s WordPress websites, ensuring optimal security, performance, and reliability.
• Design and implement website layouts and features using WordPress themes and page builders.
• Collaborate with research and communications teams to develop and publish engaging content.
• Optimize websites for SEO, accessibility, and responsive design.
• Troubleshoot and resolve website issues, including plugin conflicts and performance bottlenecks.
• Maintain documentation for website architecture, updates, and workflows.
• Ensure compliance with institutional branding and digital accessibility standards.
• Manage multiple web-related projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to strict deadlines.

Preferred Skills

• 1+ years of experience managing and designing WordPress websites.
• Proficiency with WordPress themes, plugins, and page builders (e.g., Elementor, WPBakery).
• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and basic PHP.
• Understanding of SEO principles and Google Analytics.
• Experience with graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe XD, Figma).

Development Practices & Tools

• Solid understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git, Mercurial, SVN).
• Experience using Agile project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence).
• Knowledge of test-driven development (TDD) and continuous integration practices.

Collaboration & Innovation

• Proven ability to manage projects efficiently and meet strict deadlines in fast-paced, cross-functional environments.
• Excellent communication skills with a strong track record of effective collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
• Well-versed in accessibility standards (WCAG) and best practices for responsive, user-centered design.
• Skilled in leveraging Generative AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, GitHub Copilot) to boost productivity and streamline development workflows.

Hourly Rate and Compensation

The hourly rate range for this position is $32.35 - $41.79.

Minimum Education and Experience

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree.
Minimum Experience: 0 - 6 months.

Job Functions and Industries

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Higher Education