SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $84 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

The SDSU University Marketing and Communications (UMC) team is looking for a creative individual with strong attention to detail to join our team as a Digital Content Editor. This position will serve in an editorial role for UMC and approve department and university information before it is made public on the external website, sdstate.edu. This position will also complete other written and digital communications projects as needed. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Job Responsibilities:

• Review and edit copy prior to publication for Associated Press style, grammar, punctuation, spelling, accuracy and content in accordance with the university’s strategic plan and website policy;
• Develop and write copy for various pages;
• Use the university’s content management system to post or modify content on an as-needed basis;
• Serve as a point of contact for and, when needed, create new and updated content on a broad range of topics working with cross-functional teams within UMC and internal and external stakeholders;
• Photo editing for web publishing; and
• Produce other written and digital communications including media releases; printed material, including magazine, newsletter and brochure content; speeches, presentations, promotional materials, other public information and educational projects, as time allows.

Benefits: SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Associated Press (AP) style; and
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office programs.

Skill & Ability to:

• Excellent writing and editing skills;
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment;
• Ability to work independently on a wide variety of tasks and competing demands; and
• Exercise good judgement and maintain confidentiality

Preferred Knowledge and Qualifications:

• At least three years editing experience in journalism, public relations, communications or a related setting;
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English or a related field completed by date of application;
• Working knowledge of a variety of media, including social media, print and web communications;
• Experience in the Drupal content management system or applicable CMS publishing experience;
• Experience in Adobe Creative Suite;
• Previous experience in a university setting; and
• Experience using SEO to draw in more website traffic.

Comments: This position is classified as Information Officer, Class Code 11723.

Application Procedures: SDState accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.” This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check. SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

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For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact Human Resources at 605-688-4128.