We are hiring!

 --- UPDATE This position has been filled - May 16, 2011.

Web Content Specialist – Project Opportunity - Contract term 1 year
 
The Web Content Specialist (WCS) is responsible for creating and/or acquiring content for web sites, E-Mail newsletters and other on-line communications media. On-line content can take many forms including plain text, links, database content, still images (illustrations, photographs, diagrams) animation, audio, video, interactive devices (forms, forums, chat rooms, polls, questionnaires, etc.).
 
The main responsibility of the WCS will be for the creation or acquisition of engaging and informative content featuring the facilities, events, programs, staff and services provided by the City of Summerside. Maintenance, review and updating of material will be required. Additional responsibilities may include communication with web site users, moderating forums and editing / approving content made by users.
 
The WCS will report to the SCN Business Development Manager and be responsible for the complete content life cycle from ideas to publishing, visitor tracking/reporting back to new ideas. The process will include planning and documenting content ideas for approval, fact-finding, engaging with City residents and staff of all departments, photography, graphic design, copy-writing and on-line publishing using a web based system. The successful applicant will possess excellent writing and grammar skills, be outgoing and well organized.
 
A working knowledge of business applications (Microsoft Office or equivalent) is required. A previous or current position in a writing / design / publishing role or equivalent experience is required. Graphical Design and Web Programming (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) are considered a strong asset but not required.
 
Preference will be given to those who can demonstrate a body of work (portfolio, on-line links, and references) in this or a closely related field.
 
Applicants are invited to submit a confidential resume including salary expectations by 4:00 PM, Friday, May 6, 2011 to:
 
Human Resources Coordinator
City of Summerside
275 Fitzroy Street
Summerside, PE
C1N 1H9
 
Fax (902) 432 3141
Email: michelle.askew@city.summerside.pe.ca
 
Please do not staple resumes – paper clips only.
Please note: Only applicants selected for interview will be contacted