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Information Technology Technical Associate I (UICOMP Web Specialist)

Hiring Department: Community Relations

Location: Peoria, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1018409

Posting Close Date: May 5, 2023

This position is located on the Peoria campus 170 southwest of Chicago

The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) educates 265 medical students and more than 300 physician residents and fellows annually. Additionally, it provides clinical care to more than 31,000 patients annually and conducts basic science, clinical and outcomes research. UICOMP is a regional campus of the University of Illinois College of Medicine, a part of the University of Illinois Chicago and University of Illinois System. The College of Medicine Peoria is home to the Cancer Research Center, Center for Wellbeing, and is a collaborator in Jump Simulation. Learn more about UICOMP at http://peoria.medicine.uic.edu.

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Description:

Under general supervision of the Director of Strategic Communication, the Information Technology Technical Associate I (Web Specialist) provides technical website support in the preliminary design, layout and functionality of the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria website while providing support to UICOMP units including education, research, administrative, and clinical areas. Working collaboratively with the IT Technology Associate II (Webmaster), the Web Specialist will provide preliminary analysis of data, coordinate content, evaluate and implement the appropriate web-based technologies and systems in meeting the interests of the UICOMP units while being mindful of the target audience. This person will assist in monitoring and evaluating Search Engine Optimization as well as monitor web analytics and make preliminary recommendations to meet marketing objectives.

Duties & Responsibilities

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  Track and monitor project metrics, including such parameters as time and cost; assist departments/units with determining project costs and budget development. Participate in development and ongoing maintenance of the UICOMP website, including GME programs as it pertains to UICOMP residency and fellowships including the annual recruitment of new residents and fellows. Assist with the development and deployment of multi-media messaging which may include but is not limited to: social media; lobby display monitors; digital advertising; email message development and distribution; video content; and/or podcast. Continuously develop current job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; and/or participating in professional organizations. Assist in the application of web-based e-commerce software.

• Participate in integrated marketing efforts involving multi-media messages (such as both printed materials and web-based messages). Provide input into marketing and brand strategy discussions relevant to the Peoria regional campus and/or UICOMP departments and units in developing messages and deliverables. Advises unit and campus staff on the general design and authoring or web pages.

• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Any combination totaling two (2) years from the following categories:
• progressively more responsible work experience in an Information Technology (IT) related profession
• college course work which included Information Technology (IT), IT Management, or a closely related discipline, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:
  • 60 semester hours or Associate's Degree equals one (1) year
  • 90-120 semester hours or Bachelor's Degree equals two (2) years
• Additional education, training, and/or work experience in an area of specialization inherent to the position may be required:
  

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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