Knowledge of technical aspects of graphic design, website design and management.

Web Design and Content Creation

• Maintain all department and college webpages in DotCMS
• Design webpage banners and graphics
• Build event registration pages
• Use UA calendar widget to promote events
• Coordinate digital brochures and downloadable PDFs
• Format and publish news stories and feature articles
• Improve page layouts and user experience

Website Audits

• Conduct regular reviews for outdated information
• Check broken links
• Review accessibility compliance

Email/CRM Marketing

• Build and schedule recruitment email campaigns
• Create event reminder emails
• Develop inquiry nurture campaigns
• Format and test email templates
• Track campaign performance

Education: Requires a relevant bachelor's degree

Experience: Requires a minimum of 2 years of experience performing research and writing in varied styles, including social media content, letter writing, ad copywriting and publications writing. Ability to create and maintain web pages required. Proficiency with software applications, including Microsoft Office/Outlook and experience with emerging/popular web and social media apps required.

Physical Requirements: Job is physically comfortable; the individual is normally seated and has discretion about walking, standing, etc. May occasionally lift lightweight objects.

Working Conditions: Standard working environment with possible minor inconveniences due to occasional noise, crowded working conditions and/or minor heating/cooling or ventilation problems. Near continuous use (>70% of the time) of a video display terminal.

Application Instructions:  In order to be considered for this position, please complete the online application and attach your cover letter, resume, three references, and official transcripts.

Application Deadline: Review of Applications will begin on August 1, 2026.

Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Union Affiliation (if applicable):

For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:

Cindy Harm[email protected]

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Background Check Statement

The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees.  The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus.  As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search. 

Non-Discrimination Statement

The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

State of Residence Statement

It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.