Website Manager

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Website Manager is responsible for the development, content and maintenance of Mount St. Mary’s University’s website—including Mount St. Mary’s Seminary and the National Shrine Grotto of Lourdes. Act as chief point of contact for various constituencies on campus to address website requests and needs. The website manager works with on-campus clients, technology providers (internal and contracted), and with outside vendors in planning, scheduling and monitoring the website development process within institutional guidelines. Regularly evaluate usability and target-audience issues, including Web site traffic analysis, and recommend upgrades and improvements. Collaborate with internal offices to implement design, content, and organization in support of the overall communications strategy for the Web site.

MAJOR DUTIES:

1. Plan, schedule, and direct website development for Mount St. Mary’s University, in accordance with the institution’s short-and long-term goals. Perform design, layout, editing and other website content maintenance as assigned and in accordance with website goals. The Website Manager will be the liaison to the campus client and manager of production and development, ensuring compliance with office practices and institutional style guidelines. 60%

2. Prepare and post PDFs of all Mount St. Mary’s publications, including, but not limited to: Admissions materials, the Mount Magazine, the President’s Annual Report, advancement pieces (including campaign materials), the Seminary Newsletter, athletics publications, and any other publications deemed appropriate for website posting as assigned by the Director of Publications. Design and implement monthly electronic newsletter for alumni and friends. 15%

3. Update website policy and guidelines as necessary. Additionally, track and monitor website traffic and report on these trends. 10%

4. Assist the Director of Communications in the development of an annual website plan for the institution and, as needed, for key departments (admissions, advancement, and seminary). 5%

MINOR DUTIES:

1. Serve as an aid to campus constituencies that want internet presence, providing guidance as needed. 5%

2. Create editorial material as necessary for both internal and external audiences. 5%

3. Perform other duties as needed upon request of the Director of Communications.

POSITION AUTHORITY:

The Web Manager reports directly to the Director of Communications, with some responsibilities to the Director of Publications and the Associate Director of Marketing/PR.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree, or the equivalent, plus 1-3 years of experience in website design environment and/or web-applicable information management. Proven ability to develop and maintain dynamic web pages and sites, along with knowledge of current trends and issues in Web-based communications is critical. Experience with various databases preferred. Experience with Web design software such as Photoshop, Dreamweaver or Flash is a plus, but not required. Excellent communications skills and ability to work with a variety of individuals is a must; talent in writing and editing for the web should be demonstrated and the candidate should show the ability to supervise work-study and student interns.

To Apply:  Applicants are requested to submit a resume and cover letter which in part addresses the contribution the candidate can make to a Catholic liberal arts institution.  Please include salary requirements.  Information is to be sent to:

Mount St. Mary's University
Department of Human Resources
Website Manager Search #08-21
16300 Old Emmitsburg Road
Emmitsburg, MD 21727

or e-mail to resume@msmary.edu.

Send inquiries to: resume@msmary.edu