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Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Web Designer

Job Category Staff & Executive - Information Technology

Department SEBS-Continuing Prof Education

Overview

The Office of Continuing Professional Education has become a nationwide leader in providing quality outreach and public service programs. By working closely with the School of Environmental & Biological Sciences, the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station ( NJAES ) and Rutgers Cooperative Extension ( RCE ), university faculty and staff, private industry and local, regional, and nationwide organizations, we have attracted a team of dedicated instructors who consistently exceed our customers’ expectations. We strive to make quality and customer service the hallmark of our programs by creating a balanced, equitable, and inclusive environment in which our employees engage, grow and thrive.

The New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station ( NJAES ) is an integral component of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. The experiment station provides a diverse range of research, extension, and education programs that serve the people of New Jersey and the urban, suburban, and rural communities in which they live. Through its Cooperative Extension offices in all 21 New Jersey counties (https://njaes.rutgers.edu/county/index.php) , dedicated 4-H agents, Extension specialists, Family & Community Health Sciences educators, and Agriculture and Natural Resources agents work to serve New Jersey residents in every area of the state. In addition, off-campus field stations and farms focus on research ranging from support for fisheries, agriculture and allied businesses to support for youth and teens, while several centers and institutes (https://njaes.rutgers.edu/centers/) on the George H. Cook Campus at Rutgers–New Brunswick engage in world-class research to provide solutions for a range of issues faced by New Jersey residents.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Web Designer for the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences ( SEBS ). Reporting to the Senior Project Administrator Supervisor at the Office of Continuing Professional Education ( OCPE ) under the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station’s ( NJAES ) Rutgers Cooperative Extension ( RCE ), this position develops, manages, and maintains OCPE’s website to enhance the office’s online presence and facilitate online marketing strategies.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Plans, schedules, writes, designs, edits and/or coordinates marketing campaigns to increase awareness of, attendance at, and revenue generation for OCPE’s 300+ programs and services.
• Completes work under general supervision, within established work parameters, with few direct instructions.
• Performs professional work that requires knowledge of marketing principles and practices, and a good understanding, use, and application of related concepts, theories, principles, practices, and terminology.
• The incumbent should be knowledgeable about and support OCPE’s programs as well as the mission, vision, role and goals of OCPE , NJAES , RCE and the university.

Position Status Full Time

Hours Per Week

Daily Work Shift Day

Work Arrangement

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade 04

Position Salary $61,523- $65,000

Annual Minimum Salary 61523.000

Annual Mid Range Salary 77826.500

Annual Maximum Salary 94130.000

Standard Hours 37.50

Union Description Admin Assembly (MPSC)

Payroll Designation PeopleSoft

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in marketing, public relations, communication, journalism, English, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates skill, knowledge, and understanding of marketing, public relations or promotional advertising.

Certifications/Licenses

• This position occasionally requires travel to events, both on and off campus, and working outside of standard work hours. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of the university’s defensive driving course are required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Relevant experience in a marketing, public relations, or promotional advertising role, with demonstrated competence in website management or design; strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; attention to detail; effective customer service and collaborative skills.
• Ability to quickly understand organizational needs and priorities; and computer literacy to include industry standard software and the ability to adapt to new website management and development tools and techniques.
• Proficiency in customer relationship management software, email marketing software, content management software (WordPress preferred), SEO techniques and best practices, Microsoft Office Suite and an understanding of web coding (eg. HTML , CSS , JavaScript). Basic photo editing skills are also necessary.
• Work effectively in a high-energy, fast-paced challenging environment and be able to handle multiple concurrent task and priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Four years of additional experience. Good research skills and an interest in developing and applying intermediate to advanced web editing/coding skills preferred.
• Familiarity with OCPE program areas (including environmental management, turfgrass management, landscaping, radon, food science, and public health) would allow this position to better understand customer needs and develop effective marketing campaigns.
• Demonstrated competence in the use of WordPress for website maintenance and development.

Equipment Utilized

• Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, OneDrive)
• Internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome, and Safari)
• WordPress and WordPress Plug-ins including Facet WP and others
• Unbounce
• Form Assembly
• Knack
• Adobe Creative Suite (Dreamweaver, Photoshop, InDesign)
• Google Analytics
• Google Webmaster Tools
• SalesForce CRM (Customer Relationship Management)
• Email marketing software (Constant Contact currently used)
• Online fax broadcast tool (WestFax currently used)
• Ancor Registration System

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• No specific dress code is defined, but this position is expected to dress professionally for meetings and conferences.
• The ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Special Conditions

• During the probationary period, there are no hybrid work arrangements, and the incumbent will report to the office each day.
• Clean Driving Record

Posting Details

Posting Number 23ST1504

Posting Open Date 05/24/2023

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Home Location Campus Cook (RU-New Brunswick)

City New Brunswick

State NJ

Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees (https://policies.rutgers.edu/60-1-35-currentpdf) , Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated and have received a booster (where eligible) against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Employees who are not eligible for a booster at the time of an offer of employment must provide proof they have received a booster upon eligibility and upload proof of same. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals (https://policies.rutgers.edu/sites/default/files/100-3-1-current.pdf) , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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