Student Worker - Marketing – Student Website Specialist (NFWS)

** APPLICANTS MUST RESIDE 30 MILES FROM CAMPUS. **

Job Title: Marketing – Student Content Publisher (NFWS)  

Position Summary/Purpose: The purpose of this position is to assist the SEO team in the Digital Marketing Department with managing and updating content on our website, ensuring layout and copy revisions are implemented according to specifications. This role is crucial for maintaining the quality and accuracy of our website and ensuring that all content updates are published smoothly and correctly. 

Responsibilities also include creating and submitting combined PDFs for review, generating website schema, pushing content and layout updates live, creating annotations in our SEO platform, and ensuring newly published changes are submitted to Google for indexing.  

Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities/Essential Functions:  

• Conduct regular website audits to identify and resolve issues such as typos, broken links, poor-quality images, and other content inconsistencies

• Edit and update website content using the provided copy and instructions, then submit for approval before publishing. 

• Find images to enhance published pages 

• Design page layouts for optimal desktop and mobile experiences 

• Improve overall content presentation for existing pages 

• Use schema generators to create structured data markup and implement it onto site. 

• Monitor the site for any post-deployment issues and address them promptly. 

• Communicate effectively with supervisors regarding progress, challenges, and approval statuses. 

• Organize and prioritize tasks, set deadlines, and ensure timely completion of projects.  

• Assist full-time SEO team members with administrative and reporting tasks.

• Special projects as assigned 

•  Identify and implement interlinking opportunities for newly published pages

Equipment Used and Responsibility: 

• MacBook Pro (provided by IT) – Password-protected device to be guarded whenever not in use for the position 

• Microsoft Office Suite – Various tools for communication and project tracking 

• SiteImprove – Web-based tool for website health and copy searches 

• Workamajig – Project management system and project time tracking 

• WorkDay – HR tool and official time clock 

• Drupal and/or WordPress – Website CMS for making updates on webpages 

Qualifications:  

• Current GCU students enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in marketing, business, communications, web design and/or similar concentrations 

• Basic HTML, CMS, and web design knowledge a strong plus 

• General understanding of UX/UI best practices 

• Knowledge of CMS, predominantly Drupal 

• An eye for web aesthetics and design best practices 

• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail 

• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset  

• Ability to balance content updates with visual appeal and user experience 

• Ability to maintain confidentiality 

• Eagerness to work, learn and be flexible 

Experience/Education Eligibility: 

Grand Canyon Education is committed to a student first policy. Therefore, all applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment: 

• Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a bachelor’s program or master’s program 

• Retain a 2.0 GPA as a bachelor-level student or a 3.0 GPA as a master-level student 

• Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University 

You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum eligibility requirements. 

Physical Requirements:  

• Sitting: 4-5 hours a day 

• Standing: 1-2 hours a day  

• Walking: 1-2 hours a day  

• Lifting: Occasionally  

• Carrying: Rarely  

• Pushing: Rarely  

• Bending: Rarely  

• Squatting: Rarely  

• Kneeling: Rarely  

• Climbing: Rarely  

• Reaching: Occasionally 

• Grasping: Frequently  

• Fine Eye to Hand Coordination: Continuously 

• Driving: Rarely 

• Work Environment: Remote work position. Work performed is primarily inside at a computer, subject to variations in temperature and weather, equipment noise and dust.  

Pay Rate: Minimum Wage 

Expected End Date: June 30, 2025

Manager: Search Engine Optimization Specialist