Maryland National Capital Park - Greenbelt, MD
posted 4 days ago
About the position
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is a six-time award-winning, nationally recognized agency and recipient of the National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Parks and Recreation Management, serving the Maryland region adjacent to the Nation's Capital. The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George's County's Public Affairs and Community Engagement Division (PACE) is seeking a Web Content Specialist. The PACE Division focuses on promoting park and recreation programs, encourages participation and involvement, and informs residents of available services through various forms of communication media. The Web Content Specialist reports to the Website Manager within the Web Unit of Public Affairs and Community Engagement. The Web Content Specialist is responsible for editing and creating well-written content for the Department of Parks and Recreation website. This role combines creativity, technical proficiency, and an understanding of user experience to produce engaging and impactful content that enhances the overall web experience. The Web Content Specialist collaborates with cross-functional teams including web developers, UX designers, and content creators to bring a consistent voice and look to the website and ensure a seamless and aesthetically pleasing online experience.
Responsibilities
- Edit Content: Ensure content accuracy through research and working with other staff throughout the Department. Develop creative and impactful content that is also grammatically correct, in a consistent layout while maintaining brand consistency.
- Collaboration: Collaborate with web developers, UX designers, and content creators to ensure accuracy of content.
- Brand Consistency: Maintain a strong understanding of the brand identity and guidelines, ensuring that all elements align with the brand's language and values.
- Storytelling: Effectively communicate ideas, messages, and narratives through content to the website visitors, enhancing engagement and interaction.
- Feedback Incorporation: Incorporate feedback and input from stakeholders, ensuring accuracy and consistency of website content and design.
- Prioritization: Manage multiple requests simultaneously, adhering to project timelines and deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Geographic Information Systems or any related field.
- Two (2) years of experience in applications support and development.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total six (6) years.
- Depending upon area of assignment, a valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment.
Nice-to-haves
- Excellent written communication and proofreading skills.
- Proven experience as a Web Content Specialist or similar role, with a strong portfolio showcasing engaging and accurate content.
- Expertise in Wordpress.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
- Ability to handle multiple projects and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Attention to detail, creativity, and a keen eye for aesthetics is a plus.
