Digital Content Specialist

The digital content specialist is responsible for planning, developing and distributing digital communications and materials to reach internal and external stakeholders and market the university’s services to prospective students and the surrounding community.

  • 522284
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • Carl R Ice College Engr Dean
  • Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Term)
  • Closing at: Oct 11 2026 - 23:55 CDT
  • On-site
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About This Role

The Carl R. Ice College of Engineering at Kansas State University is seeking a digital content specialist to develop and distribute content that promotes the college to prospective students and other external audiences. This position coordinates digital communications to ensure consistent, timely and strategic messaging across college and departmental websites, email, digital signage, social media and other digital channels that advance college programs and priorities.

As part of the Engineering Communications and Marketing team, the digital content specialist collaborates with partners across the college and university to coordinate messaging, maintain brand consistency and uphold high standards for external communications.

A successful digital content specialist will:
• Plan, develop and distribute digital content and communications for internal and external audiences.
• Maintain integrated content calendars and collaborate with college and department partners to identify communication needs, priorities and opportunities.
• Administer and maintain digital platforms, including college and departmental websites, ensuring content is accurate, accessible and consistent with university brand and communication standards.
• Contribute to social media planning and create, schedule and publish content across college social media platforms.
• Monitor and analyze website, email and social media performance to evaluate engagement and identify opportunities to improve digital communications.

About Us

The Carl R. Ice College of Engineering is committed to driving innovation and preparing the next generation of technological leaders. As a premier institution, our mission is to educate and empower our students to address the challenges of a rapidly changing world.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and four years of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of work experience and education.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations or related field.
  • Experience with social media marketing.
  • Exposure to proofing, editing and design of marketing materials.
  • Exposure to a content management system or a customer relationship management platform.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
  • Basic computer skills with word processing and spreadsheets.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

  • Letter of interest
  • Resume
  • List of three professional references

Application Window

Applications close on: Oct. 11, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$21.63 - $26.45 hourly

 

 

Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

Work Authorization and Sponsorship: 

Employees must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment. International candidates who require employer-sponsored work authorization are welcome to apply. Eligibility for visa sponsorship depends on several factors, including but not limited to, the job’s occupational requirements, specific duties, wage level, the candidate’s qualifications (such as degree field) and available departmental resources. As a result, not all positions or applicants will be eligible for sponsorship.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Remote and Hybrid work options:

Some positions are eligible for remote or hybrid working arrangements.  An employee who is working in a remote or hybrid capacity for K-State must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available for anyone who resides in the state of Idaho.

Relocation to Kansas: 

Kansas participates in the MakeMyMove program, which connects eligible newcomers with participating communities offering financial incentives, housing support, and local perks to help make your move easier and more rewarding. If relocating from outside of Kansas you can visit the site to apply online for the program incentives. 

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

Interview Preferences:

Kansas State University honors interview preferences for qualified applicants who are veterans or individuals with disabilities. Eligible applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, submit all required application materials, and submit required preference documentation by the closing date on the job advertisement will be granted a first-level interview.

The disability and veteran interview preferences do not apply to student employment positions, temporary positions, athletics positions, academic and administrative department heads*, positions that require licensure as a physician, and positions that require that the employee be admitted to practice law in Kansas.

*Heads of Departments refers to any individual holding a primary leadership role responsible for the overall strategic direction, management and operational oversight of a recognized academic or administrative unit within the university.

To learn more about interview preferences at K-State, please visit our interview preferences page.