Website and Social Media Writing Coordinator Job at The Greater Springfield Cham

Website and Social Media Writing Coordinator

Got a knack for writing and social media? LLCC is looking for someone like you! As our Website and Social Media Coordinator, you’ll help share our story, engage our community, and bring new students to campus.

Job Details

• Position Type: Full Time
• Months Worked Per Year: 12
• Hours Worked Per Week: 40
• Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8AM-5PM
• Remote Work Availability: No
• Position Salary: $50,818 – $58,552 per year (starting salary based on education, training, experience, skills)
• Open Until Filled: Yes – applications must be received on or before May 18, 2025.

Benefits

• 23 paid holidays a year, including 2 weeks at the end of the calendar year and one week in March for mid‑semester break
• 12 Fridays off in the summer
• 2 personal days, 15 sick days, 15 vacation days per year (starting)
• Tuition waiver on credited courses for staff, spouse, and eligible dependent children
• Free access to on‑campus fitness center
• Inclusive team‑oriented environment supportive of staff development

Responsibilities

• Write engaging, accurate and succinct content for the LLCC website to promote the college’s programs and services; collaborate with website content reviewers and edit for accuracy, ADA compliance, and AP style.
• Proactively monitor the website daily for errors, ADA compliance and SEO issues; perform annual content audits.
• Create, write and post engaging content for LLCC’s social media accounts appropriate to each platform; compile regular engagement reports and lead weekly social media meetings with CCO, director of communications and PRM assistant.
• Maintain list of all LLCC social media accounts and administrators, monitor activity, accuracy and digital accessibility; store passwords in PRM’s secure system.
• Assess new social media account requests, set up accounts and train administrators; assist with account recovery and deletion.
• Take event photos, film, edit and caption social media videos and design basic social media graphics.
• Collaborate with PRM assistant to create weekly social media plan; involve PRM student workers in planning and content creation.
• Author and update college‑wide social media guidelines and best practices; research trends and accessibility features.
• Proofread using AP Style and distribute PRM press releases via email; proofread publications including FORWARD magazine, brochures and flyers; prepare ADA compliant PDFs for website posting.
• Assist with planning, implementation and post‑event evaluation of PRM events.
• Supervise PRM student worker(s) and assign duties, including photography/videography and mailings.
• Assist in the college planning and assessment program by developing annual work unit objectives that impact long‑range priority goals.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Assist with writing and proofing of publications, including FORWARD magazine.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communication, English, marketing or related field by start date.
• Experience writing and editing original content for the web and multiple social media platforms.
• Experience with a website content management system.
• Computer competency and ability to use MS Office and other software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with AP style, Google Analytics, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines and Search Engine Optimization.
• Computer competency in Adobe Acrobat and other software.

Application Process

• Required documents: Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, 2 writing samples (one from social media).
• Transcripts must be uploaded in Word or photocopy form; redact personal information before uploading.
• Applications must be submitted no later than May 18, 2025; in‑person interviews anticipated early June; start date early July.

Contact

Lincoln Land Community College
ATTN: Human Resources
P.O. Box 19256
Springfield, IL 62794
Phone: 217‑786‑2752

Equal Opportunity Statement

LLCC strives to create an inclusive workplace and environment for our students, faculty, and staff. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.