"Web Specialist"

Job Details

Web Specialist

Job ID: 292732

Location: Statesboro, Georgia;Georgia Southern - Savannah

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

OR

Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA

Department Information

University Communications and Marketing

Job Summary

Support website optimization efforts of Georgia Southern University. Update and maintain content, search engine optimization, and functionality of primary University websites.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and optimize website content and user experience to improve functionality and marketing effectiveness
• Implement search engine optimization tactics
• Implement conversion rate optimization tactics
• Conceive and deploy comprehensive website A/B testing plan
• Develop relationships and liaise with University-wide content managers to support and guide website efforts
• Be a proactive steward of University branding across website
• Monitor University site content to ensure information is accurate and current
• Check pages for quality and address accessibility issues

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

• One (1) or more years of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Information Technology or related field

Preferred Experience

• Proficiency in HTML and CSS as well as current web development standards Experience working with Google Analytics Experience deploying A/B testing plans
• Experience conducting needs assessments, analyzing data, and making recommendations
• Understanding of search engine optimization and search engine marketing

Proposed Salary

$43,067 - $50,000

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Two (2) Professional References

Optional Documents to Attach

• Cover Letter

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled

Application review may begin as early as November 26, 2025.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.

For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu.