technology associate Princess Anne, MD
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Full Time
Princess Anne, MD
48983 - 32773 USD ANNUAL Today
Job description
Position Information
Position Title
Program Technology Associate
Job Type
Staff
Position Information
Office of Agriculture Communications
UMES Extension Program
The Office of Agriculture Communications invites application for a full-time, exempt position. The UMES Extension Program is a component of integrated cooperative extension activities that are coordinated by the 1890 Extension Administrator. UMES is a land grant university in the State of Maryland. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
The successful candidate will oversee website development and maintenance within SANS and UMES Extension and create web-based content and other print products. The Office of Agriculture Communication is a small team that will require the successful candidate to pitch in to support all agriculture communications for the School of Agriculture and Natural Sciences (SANS) areas
Responsibilities
- Design, develop and maintain dynamic webpages and database.
- Design and develop print/digital media and support materials.
- Work with directors, administrators, staff and other team members to ensure positive experience by audience/users and stakeholders providing the latest, accurate information.
- Work with SANS departments and centers, as needed. The team is small, so we do tasks as needed.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Classification
27-0000 Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occupations
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in related field.
- Experience with WordPress or similar content management systems.
- Two years-plus experience and/or training.
- Must possess the ability to break down complicated factual and scientific text into user-friendly content.
- Demonstration of being a multi-tasker who can complete assigned tasks independently and, on a deadline, while balancing short- and long-term projects.
- Design experience using Adobe Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, Premier and InDesign; and Canva.
- Experience with various communication methods and strategies including developing websites, producing brochures, flyers and newsletters, preparing briefing materials, etc.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in related field.
- Understanding and application of branding.
- Backend HTML editing. Database experience.
- Photo and video shooting and editing skills are a plus.
- Liaison with outside printers on specs to see projects through from start to finish.
- Functions well in collaboration with supervisor in editing to achieve a better work product and willingness to accept feedback.
- Strong familiarity with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Logical decision-making and proactive problem- solving using a variety of technology.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Must be organized and detail-oriented with a strong customer service focus.
- Must be a self-starter who can work independently.
- Ability to collaborate in a team-oriented environment.
Certifications/Registrations
N/A
EEO Statement
UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.
FLSA
Exempt
Salary
Commensurate with experience and qualifications
