Arboretum Web Specialist

The Web Specialist is a member of the Arboretum Marketing & Communications team and is primarily responsible for editing and publishing content for the Arboretum's website and intranet.

This is a part time role that works 8 hours/week most weeks. The schedule is flexible upon agreement between the employee and supervisor, though some daytime availability is required to liaise with our team. Flexibility on work location will be offered subject to agreement between the employee and supervisor.

Work Schedule

• Hourly, ongoing, typically 8 hours/week; no more than 14 hours/week

Responsibilities

Web Content (90%)

• Receives draft content and requests related to Arboretum programs for web/intranet publication via Arboretum staff. Determines the best approach for publication based on knowledge of web usability and content best practices.
• Ensures content aligns with brand standards and external stakeholder needs. Corrects grammar, punctuation, messaging and formatting errors utilizing the Arboretum's style guide.
• Develops effective brand-aligned designs and information architecture for web pages - utilizing Arboretum photography and web layout best practices.
• Utilizes Drupal for our external website to meet program needs, resolving issues and developing solutions to align with new content needs. Uses Google Sites to edit our internal intranet.
• Works alongside our Web Marketing Content Professional to define and execute on larger web-related projects such as an intranet audit/refresh and core content development.
• Reviews the website for accessibility issues using Pope Tech and resolves content and technical issues.
• Ensures web content is high quality, accessible, SEO friendly and up-to-date.

Collaboration (10%)

• Manages web requests and projects using the Asana project management system.
• Collaborates with team and Arboretum colleagues in a professional manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required

• BA/BS in a related field plus two years of experience or a combination of related education and work experience to equal at least six years.
• Demonstrated written communication skills and ability to produce informational content aligned with the Arboretum's brand and audience needs.
• Experience working in the Drupal 11 content management system or similar.
• Ability to problem solve and identify solutions to technical or operational problems with moderate supervision.
• Ability to liaise effectively with internal stakeholders, including people from a variety of communities, backgrounds, and identities.

Preferred

• Experience utilizing Drupal 11 and Google Sites.
• Experience using web systems at the University of Minnesota.
• Experience using a project management system, like Asana.
• A demonstrated interest and or passion for public gardens, nature, and the environment.
• Experience as a part of a Marketing & Communications team.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines.

Pay Range: $30.00 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail jobcentr@umn.edu.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.