Web Communications Manager

Role Overview

STRS Ohio is seeking a Web Communications Manager to join the Executive/Communications and Public Affairs team. The successful candidate will lead and manage State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio’s online presence for members, employers, associates, and stakeholders.

What You Will Do

Manage STRS Ohio’s member, employer, and associate websites, design and develop responsive websites, forms, and applications, and direct online and email communications and marketing efforts.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience in web design and development, online editing, writing, and site design, and proficiency in front-end technologies, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript/jQuery, AJAX, and JSON, and back-end technologies, including PHP and SQL.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, communications, web/graphic design, or a related field
• 7 or more years of experience in web design and development, online editing, writing, and site design
• HTML, CSS, jQuery, and PHP certifications preferred
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Proficiency in front-end technologies, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript/jQuery, AJAX, and JSON, and back-end technologies, including PHP and SQL
• Comprehensive knowledge of website and application development through server implementation, including browser access, troubleshooting, and solutions that ensure functionality and user access
• Expertise in responsive web design, typography, progressive enhancement, and cross-browser, device, and email-client compatibility required
• Comprehensive knowledge of user interface and user experience standards, web usability, and ADA accessibility requirements for users with visual, hearing, motor, and cognitive impairments required
• Familiarity with Google Fonts, Google Analytics, and Looker Studio, including building and automating reports, analyzing results, and implementing data-informed improvements
• Ability to integrate and troubleshoot third-party applications and proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and Acrobat products; Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro experience preferred
• Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, oral communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively and courteously across all organizational levels while maintaining client satisfaction and organizational goals required
• Ability to work with and preserve confidential information required
• Excellent organizational skills and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail required
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment while meeting deadlines with minimal direct supervision required
• Excellent work record of attendance, punctuality, and the ability to maintain a flexible work schedule to meet business needs. Occasional evening, weekend, and non-regular work hours may be required

Benefits

• On-site parking
• Educational assistance
• Subsidized medical insurance
• Fully paid dental and life insurance
• Vacation and sick leave
• Retirement benefits
• On-site fitness center