Job Title
Program Aide - Web SpecialistAgency
Texas A&M UniversityDepartment
Dean Of Veterinary MedicineProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
College Station, TexasJob Type
Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)Job Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who we are
The Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) is an institution that represents 100 years of growth from a small school of veterinary medicine in 1916 to its present role as a major veterinary educational, medical, and research center. Today, we are one of the largest schools of veterinary medicine in the United States, training nearly 600 Doctor of Veterinary Medicine students each year. We support collaboration and teamwork that turns today's discoveries into proactive solutions for animals, humans, and the environment. Together, we strive to support the goals of the faculty, staff and students in teaching, research and outreach programs.
What we want
The Program Aide Web Specialist assists in maintaining a vast array of web properties for Texas A&M Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS). Works closely with and supports the Marketing & Communications team, contributing to real-world projects and problem-solving efforts with creativity and a strong desire to learn and grow.
What you need to know
Salary: Will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.
Schedule: Part-Time
Location: College Station, TX
Apply! Submitting a cover letter, resume/CV to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents to the application under CV/Resume.
Required Education and Experience
High School Diploma
Experience in developing software, programming, web development, content management systems (CMSs) and/or WordPress, HTML, PHP, CSS, and JavaScript through employment, college classes, and/or personal projects
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to learn quickly, communicate effectively, and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Be forward-thinking, search for problems to solve, and communicate effectively in both technical and nontechnical matters
Ability to understand web design best practices, SEO, accessibility, and analytics.
Responsibilities
Helps manage VMBS web properties (including, but not limited to vetmed.tamu.edu; toxicology.tamu.edu; superfund.tamu.edu; aggieresearch.tamu.edu; and aggieservice.tamu.edu)—supporting website administration and the implementation of new web-related projects in WordPress, HTML, PHP, CSS, and JavaScript
Develops and modifies new and existing websites, stylesheets, WordPress themes, templates, and plugins; and working with APIs from VMBS IT’s Software & Databases group
Monitors key site diagnostics, using SiteImprove software, optimizes website content, and mitigates errors (e.g., broken links, missing alt tags, large image files, and content inconsistencies)
Assists in creating and maintaining web analytics reports, through Google Analytics, Search Console, Tag Manager, and Site Kit
Assists in continually improving SEO, mobile site optimization, accessibility, and internal site search functionality
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.