POSITION LOCATION:

MCC offers the option of alternative work arrangements (hybrid/flex schedules). This position is required to work at our Fort Morgan campus at least 2 days a week, with the option of hybrid/flex scheduling as appropriate for positional and institutional needs the remaining 3 days. This position does require occasional travel.

EMPLOYMENT SPECIFICS:

Full-Time (Exempt Professional/Technical Appointment, 260 days), 1.0FTE

PURPOSE/SUMMARY OF JOB: This position is responsible for performing and coordinating the day-to-day operations of the Morgan Community College website, web, and social media presence. This incumbent in this position will be knowledgeable of MCC's programs and be able to promote MCC and its programs in a positive, constructive, creative, and technologically correct manner. This position will maintain the MCC website and web-presence and ensure they are current with vital branding, marketing, and communication tools. The Webmaster will add additional technologies and features to the website to attract and engage users while making the site easy to use.

The Webmaster works across the College in service to faculty/staff and related programs (i.e., MCC Foundation, CACE, etc.) to ensure that the website accurately reflects and supports the activities as they relate to administration, marketing, services, academic programs, and institutional development. In addition, the Webmaster may be required, as necessary, to assist with graphic design for other marketing materials to ensure a cohesive web presence is maintained. The Webmaster will work with the Director and Marketing Manager to develop and execute direct marketing campaigns using digital methods. Utilizes critical thinking, professional judgment, creativity, and excellent writing and communication skills throughout all activities and functions to provide an excellent customer service experience to prospective students, students, employees, and communities.

The Webmaster exemplifies the college's guiding principles of integrity, respect, open and honest communication, and collaboration, and serves as a vital member of the college's communication, marketing, and recruitment team.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree or higher in an appropriate web-related technology field from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Two (2) years of current experience in web design and maintenance.
• Portfolio and/or demonstration of design skills and web technology including HTML, XHTML, PHP, JavaScript, and other languages while maintaining accessibility compliance defined by WCAG 2.1 AA requirements (or greater, as standards change).
• Strong knowledge of Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, HTML 5, CSS, physical and logical database design, content management systems - specifically WordPress, Google Analytics, and social media analytics.
• Knowledge and use of SEO to determine and execute strategy that will help improve keyword performance skills.
• Experience in digital ad buying including social media ads, geofencing, retargeting, and Google search ads.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills, and capable of clear and accurate communication through the design and implementation of messaging by a variety of media types.
• Excellent customer service skills and a drive to exceed the expectations of others.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and possess strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Works well under short deadlines and under pressure when the need and circumstances arise.
• Ability to maintain knowledge on latest technology, identify trends and insights and user behavior in relation to the website, digital advertising, and social media.
• Detail oriented and can handle multiple tasks and prioritize duties, with the ability to solve problems and meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to work independent and within the Communications, Marketing and Recruitment team effectively.
• Able to travel as necessary to carry out job duties.
• Occasional long and irregular hours necessitated by special projects, compliance with deadlines, technology issues, and committee service, including the ability to participate in evening and weekend commitments as necessary.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a web-related technology field from a regionally accredited college/university.
• Work experience in higher education.
• Work experience in information technology or marketing.

Anticipated Start Date: November 2022

Salary and Benefits:

$49,100 to $56,465, based on education, skills and experience. Benefits include health, life, dental insurance, LTD & benefit package in accordance with Colorado Community College and Occupational Education System policies. No relocation assistance is provided.

Application Procedures:

Review of applications is ongoing. All applicants must use the following link to apply: https://morgancc.applicantpro.com/. All required documents shall be uploaded using this link.

Complete application packets include:

• Cover Letter responding to the position description and required qualifications
• Complete and current resume
• MCC Employment Application: https://morgancc.applicantpro.com/
• Academic Transcripts (unofficial copies acceptable during the application process)
• Names and contact information of three recent job-related references who can address your expertise and background for this position

Incomplete application packets may not be considered.

Selection Procedure:

Candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications as related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Final candidates will be invited to travel to the College, at their own expense, to interview with the Screening Committee and college officials.

About Morgan Community College (MCC):

MCC is one of 13 colleges comprising the Colorado Community College System (CCCS). The college has consistently been named a Great College to Work For by the Chronicle of Higher Education in the past decade.

MCC is located on I-76, 80 miles northeast of Denver and approximately 100 miles east of Rocky Mountain National Park. MCC provides high quality lower division transferable courses and occupational education culminating in a variety of certificate, associate, and baccalaureate degree programs through traditional, innovative, and non-traditional delivery methods to an 11,500 square mile service area in eastern Colorado.

The College serves this vast, rural, agricultural area from its main campus in Fort Morgan and through three regional locations in Limon, Burlington and Wray. These locations are 75 to 150 miles from the campus in Fort Morgan.

The College is seeking dynamic, creative individuals who are committed to the community college philosophy, student success, and public service. MCC seeks individuals looking for a rural or small community lifestyle, with excellent conditions for families; close proximity to a major metropolitan area; year-round recreation and natural beauty; and a dynamic, forward-looking workplace.

Guiding Principles:

MCC utilizes four guiding principles that are intended to guide its work, both internally and externally. The guiding principles include (1) integrity, (2) respect, (3) open and honest communication, and (4) collaboration. These guiding principles are a daily part of MCC's work, and candidates should be prepared to work by and contribute to the organization through these four guiding principles.

Our Diverse Community:

MCC exists in and serves one of the most diverse communities in Colorado. How the college serves the diverse community is an important reflection of MCC. As an institution, MCC is dedicated to continually improve its respect of and service to the diverse community and is of the utmost importance to promoting educational opportunities for underrepresented students. Applicants, if hired, should be prepared to participate in a workplace that promotes the equitable advancement of educational, social, financial, and other realms of our diverse communities and constituents.

Background Check:

Finalist must submit to and successfully pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check as a condition of hire. It is Morgan Community College's procedure to conduct pre-employment background checks on all employment finalists to determine or verify background information, including criminal history, references from previous employment, qualifications, and, when applicable to the position, driving history, credit check, and FBI Fingerprinting. Employment offers are contingent upon receiving a satisfactory report.

Drug-Free Workplace:

As a condition of employment, each employee shall agree to abide by MCC's Drug-Free Workplace Policy Statement. It is the policy of Morgan Community College that employees shall not engage in the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession or use of a controlled substance in the workplace by an employee is prohibited. Any employee who violates this policy will be subject to appropriate disciplinary actions, which may include termination. The policy in its entirety may be found on the MCC website: www.morgancc.edu.

Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986:

Morgan Community College complies with the federal Immigration Reform and Control Act of1986. Individuals hired will be required to provide documents to show identity and authorization to work. The law applies to all persons hired.

Direct Deposit:

State of Colorado fiscal rules require all new hires to be placed on the Direct Deposit Payroll Program.

Former Employees:

Former employees of Colorado Community College System or one of its 13 colleges who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on the employment application.

Affirmative Action:

For information regarding civil rights compliance or grievance procedures contact:

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Officer; Title IX Coordinator: Julie Beydler Director of Human Resources 920 Barlow Road Fort Morgan, CO 80701 (970) 542-3129 Julie.Beydler@morgancc.edu

Deputy Title IX Coordinator: Scott Scholes Vice President of Student Services 920 Barlow Road Fort Morgan, CO 80701 (970) 542-3111 Scott.Scholes@morgancc.edu

Qualified protected class Individuals are encouraged to apply.

Discrimination and Harassment:

Morgan Community College prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment including those that violate federal and state law, or the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education Board Policies 3-120. The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, religion, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation, or any other protected category under applicable local, state, or federal law, in its employment practices or educational programs and activities. Morgan Community College will take appropriate steps to ensure that the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in educational programs.

Crime Statistics / Clery Act:

Morgan Community College publishes its Annual Campus Security Report in its entirety on the MCC website: www.morgancc.edu. The categories reported are: 1) Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter, 2) Forcible sex offenses including forcible rape, 3) Non-forcible sex offenses, 4) Robbery, 5) Aggravated assault, 6) Burglary, 7) Motor vehicle theft, 8) Arson, 9) Negligent manslaughter, 10) simple assault (pertaining to Hate Offenses), 11) Liquor law violations, 12) Drug law violations, and 13) Illegal weapons possessions. Upon request, an individual may receive a paper copy by addressing the request in writing to: Vice President of Student Services, Morgan Community College, 920 Barlow Road, Fort Morgan, CO 80701.