Website and Digital Content Specialist

Job Purpose/Summary:

Mitchell Hamline is seeking a strategic Website and Digital Content Specialist to oversee the development management and optimization of our website along with the analytical review of digital content across our website internal and external email campaigns and social media. The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing the law schools brand engaging diverse audiences (prospective students current students alumni faculty and external stakeholders) and drive measurable outcomes through compelling content and data-driven insights. This position requires a blend of technical proficiency analytical skills and creative storytelling to enhance the law schools digital presence. Reporting to the Chief Marketing Officer the role involves working closely with all members of the marketing team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Website Content Management:
• Create edit post and maintain engaging accurate and on-brand content for the law schools website ensuring alignment with institutional goals and SEO and ADA best practices.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to collect or develop content that highlights academic programs news events people and achievements.
• Successfully navigate our WordPress platform provide assistance to team members across campus and serve as the go-to for content-related questions and updates.

• Email Content Creation:
• Manage the distribution of our email campaigns for diverse audiences including prospective students current students alumni donors and other stakeholders.
• Assist with managing the email platform including distribution and schedules to maximize engagement and conversions.
• Stay current on industry trends digital marketing best practices and emerging technologies to keep content innovative and competitive.

• Digital Analytics and Performance Tracking:
• Monitor and analyze digital performance metrics across website email and social media platforms using tools such as Google Analytics and email marketing platforms such as Mailchimp Constant Contact Outlook and social media platforms including LinkedIn Facebook Instagram TikTok and management platforms like Sprout Social.
• Generate reports to evaluate content effectiveness user engagement and campaign performance providing actionable insights to optimize strategies.
• Identify trends and recommend improvements to enhance digital reach and impact.

Performs additional tasks as assigned to support marketing efforts.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Strong proficiency in WordPress or similar CMS and email delivery platforms including data entry reporting and content management.
• Strong working knowledge of SEO best practices and ADA compliance.
• Proficiency in collecting GA4 email and social media analytics and analyzing metrics for suggested strategy shifts.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with acute attention to detail and accuracy.
• High level of discretion in handling confidential information.
• Commitment to equity inclusion and contributing to a diverse and welcoming community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in marketing communications journalism or a related field.
• 3 years of experience in content management digital marketing or a related role preferably in higher education or a professional services environment.
• Proven experience in website content development including proficiency with content management systems (e.g. WordPress Drupal).
• Hands-on experience with email marketing platforms and campaigns (e.g. Mailchimp Constant Contact HubSpot).
• Proficiency in digital analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics email and social media platform analytics) and the ability to interpret data to drive content decisions.
• Familiarity with SEO accessibility standards (e.g. WCAG) and digital marketing best practices.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g. Salesforce Jenzabar) for audience segmentation and campaign tracking.
• Knowledge of FERPA charitable solicitation laws and data privacy standards.
• Knowledge of legal education or the higher education sector is a plus.

Pay Range

The anticipate salary range for this position is $65000 - $80000 per year depending on qualifications.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life/AD&D insurance (MHSL pays for)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits (MHSL pays for)
• Generous Holidays and Winter Break
• 403(b) Retirement plan (Generous MHSL match)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Competitive compensation package

To apply please submit a cover letter and resume. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled or otherwise closed at the Schools discretion.

Mitchell Hamline School of Law does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy and gender identity) national origin political affiliation sexual orientation marital status disability genetic information age membership in an employee organization retaliation parental status military service or other non-merit factor.

Notice of Nondiscrimination re: Title IX Sex Discrimination

Mitchell Hamline School of Law prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions about sex discrimination or harassment to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination and information about reporting concerns is located on our website (

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