Temporary Web Content Specialist
$72,800–$83,200 year
HybridHouston, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Maintain and update website content within a Drupal CMS while performing light front-end development using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Ensure content adheres to WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility standards and monitor site quality using governance tools like Siteimprove. Track tasks in project management software and collaborate with the director and lead developer to prioritize assignments. Assist with troubleshooting minor issues and support content cleanup to prepare for migration to a headless CMS. This part-time, project-based role involves 20-25 hours per week in a hybrid setting at Rice University, supporting the broader website redesign initiative.
Required Qualifications
- 1+ years of experience in front-end web content development or a similar role
- Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and basic jQuery
- Experience working with a CMS (Drupal preferred)
- General knowledge of WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility standards
- Familiarity with web governance or quality assurance tools (Siteimprove preferred)
- Experience using project management tools (e.g., Asana, Trello, or similar)
- Ability to follow directions, manage assigned tasks, and work collaboratively within a structured team environment
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple updates timely and efficiently
- Hybrid position: This position is offered as a hybrid role, combining both in-office and remote work to provide flexibility and support collaboration, preferred on-site two days per week
- 20-25 hours per week (approximately 3 days a week)
- Temporary, part-time, project-based role, with an expected duration of 3 months
- Non-Exempt (hourly) positions under FLSA are eligible for overtime
Desired Qualifications
- 3 years of experience in front-end web content development or a similar role
- Experience in higher education or institutional web environments
- Exposure to modern front-end technologies such as Astro, React, or similar frameworks
- Familiarity with CSS frameworks (e.g., Tailwind CSS)
- Familiarity with headless CMS platforms or modern web architectures
- Familiarity with SEO and analytics tools
- Understanding of content strategy or web governance principles
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