Website Development Specialist
Caldwell University
Caldwell, NJ
Job posting number: #7310118
Posted: June 10, 2025
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Caldwell University invites applications for a full-time Website Development Specialist. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President, the University Marketing and Communication supports the day-to-day management and ongoing improvement of Caldwell University’s website and related digital properties. This entry-level role combines content editing, front-end web development, and collaboration with internal departments to ensure our web presence is accurate, engaging, and user-friendly.Maintain and update website content to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with university branding and voice.
Respond to and implement web update requests in a timely, organized manner—balancing multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail.
Collaborate with university departments to enhance site content, usability, and design, recommending improvements where appropriate.
Assist in front-end development and light technical enhancements using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and WordPress plugins.
Support website accessibility and compliance with ADA guidelines, running periodic reviews and implementing updates as needed.
Coordinate with third-party vendors (e.g., hosting, support) as needed, in collaboration with IT and Marketing leadership.
Contribute to the broader Marketing & Communications team strategy, participating in planning and identifying ways the website can support institutional goals.
Perform routine quality assurance checks and contribute to web governance efforts.
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Computer Science, or a related field required. Candidates should have 1 to 3 years of hands-on experience working with web content or websites, ideally in a WordPress environment. Familiarity with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP (basic to intermediate). Experience using content management systems (CMS), preferably WordPress. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. A collaborative, solution-oriented mindset and willingness to learn new technologies and best practices is needed
Caldwell University offers a comprehensive benefit program to all full-time employees that includes:
Health Coverage: Medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision plan
Life Insurance: Employer-paid life insurance
Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
Retirement Savings: 403(b) defined contribution retirement annuity plan and a supplemental retirement annuity plan
Generous Paid Time Off: Personal days, vacation days, and sick leave. Paid holidays and summer Fridays off.
Tuition Remission: An attractive tuition remission policy for employees and their dependents
Tuition Exchange Scholarship Opportunities through CIC and the Tuition Exchange for up to full tuition at hundreds of participating colleges and universities.
Additional Perks: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending plan and more