Web Project Specialist (Communications)

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Base pay range

CA$77,944.00 / yr - CA$103,325.00 / yr

Trent University is actively committed to creating a diverse and inclusive campus community and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Trent University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process or require an accessible version of a document / publication, please contact humanresources@trentu.ca.

JOB PURPOSE :

The Web Project Specialist is responsible for planning, executing and evaluating web projects and digital solutions to help achieve the University’s marketing, reputation, recruitment, and retention goals. Responsibilities include managing website updates through the Drupal CMS system, quality assurance, routine maintenance, monitoring site performance, and ensuring ongoing optimization. Working closely with the Web Developer and all members of the Communications team, the Web Project Specialist ensures website content is accurate, accessible, and aligned with brand guidelines and UX best practices.

KEY ACTIVITIES :

• Plans, implements, and maintains digital initiatives for the University’s website including research, design, analysis, coding and development, integration, testing, and problem resolution in the Drupal Content Management System, Slate, and other web-based platforms.
• Develops wireframes, storyboards, sitemaps, data visualizations, information flows and architecture to champion UI / UX and promote quality user experience and institutional branding.
• Oversees and updates website content using CMS platforms (Drupal), ensuring content remains accurate, accessible, and aligned with brand guidelines.
• Ensures bug fixes, routine maintenance, and performance optimizations with developers and / or vendors.
• Provides support and training to internal users on content management best practices and maintains SharePoint resource site and materials.
• Ensures the University website and its components are optimized for search engines and accessibility.
• Monitors website traffic, performance metrics, and security vulnerabilities and advises Manager accordingly.
• Creates analytics reports for web and social traffic, engagement, and conversions, and develops strategies for improved outcomes.
• Supports staff and faculty on the creation of accessible website content and the monitoring, reporting and remediation of accessibility issues to maintain AODA compliance related to websites under the AODA Communications Standard.
• Contributes to the development and maintenance of the University’s website style guide and digital templates that properly reflecting the University style and branding guides.
• Acts as coordinator for web-related aspects of University’s CRM system, Slate.

Project Management & Support

Client & Administrative Services

Issues Management

EDUCATION REQUIRED :

EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED :

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Project Management

Industries : Higher Education

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