Digital Content Specialist

CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize your own personal goals and be recognized for the work you do, and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place. Learn more: https://www.csun.edu/about-csun .

Major Duties

Under the general supervision, the Digital Content Specialist plays a key role in the Anagnost College of Engineering and Computer Science's (ACECS) online presence by managing the college's digital communications and content strategy. The incumbent oversees the day-to-day maintenance and continuous improvement of the college's website, manages and enhances the college's social media presence, and develops electronic communications while working closely with the Dean and other college stakeholders to plan and implement digital content initiatives.

• Overseeing the day-to-day maintenance and continuous improvement of the college and department websites.
• Ensures all web content adheres to CSU and industry best practices for digital accessibility, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), content presentation, usability, and web standards to provide an engaging and effective user experience.
• Coordinates the collection of graphics, photographs, videos, and other supporting materials for digital communications.
• Produces two electronic newsletters each semester highlighting college achievements, events, research, student success, and other news.
• Collects, organizes, catalogs, archives, and maintains digital assets, including photographs, videos, graphics, written content, and other media using online file management and project management systems to ensure assets remain organized and accessible for college-wide use.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of relevant experience.
• Additional experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of website maintenance, content planning and publishing, digital accessibility requirements, SEO, usability principles, content presentation, and web standards needed to create an engaging and effective user experience.
• Demonstrated ability to create, edit, publish, and distribute engaging content across websites, social media, and electronic communication channels; coordinate graphics, photographs, and videos; prepare email campaigns using platforms such as Emma; and collaborate effectively with administrators, faculty, students, and other stakeholders.
• Thorough knowledge of content planning, writing, editing, publication, and distribution practices for electronic newsletters, with the ability to present college achievements, events, research, and student success accurately and effectively to diverse internal and external audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to collect, catalog, archive, and maintain photographs, videos, graphics, and written content using online file and project management systems; analyze website, social media, email, and digital engagement metrics; prepare reports; and recommend communication improvements.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver, and more.
• Classification: 0458 / Marketing Communications Professional II / 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE is $5178 - $5948 per month, dependent on qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $5178 - $7543 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday. May include evenings and weekends.
• This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period.
• The position is currently hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day remote); however, this is subject to change based on student and/or operational needs.

General Information

• Applications received through August 14, 2026 will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
• This position is sensitive as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• Per the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Please note: California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is not currently sponsoring staff or management positions for H-1B employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
• Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To apply and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on Age, Disability (physical or mental), Gender, Gender Identity (including Nonbinary or Transgender), Gender Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Nationality, Pregnancy or related conditions, Race or Ethnicity (including color, caste, or ancestry), Religion or Religious Creed, Sex (including Sex Stereotyping or Sex Characteristics), Sexual Orientation, and Veteran or Military Status. Our nondiscrimination policy is outlined in the Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy . Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Talent Acquisition at 818-677-2101.

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Advertised: Jul 31 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
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