Contract Web Content Writer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $5,965.12 - $8,428.56 Monthly
Location : CC - Main Campus, Ridgecrest, CA
Job Type: Classified
Job Number: FY26-2700015
College: Cerro Coso Community College
Department: Public Information Office
Opening Date: 08/18/2026
Assured Consideration Date: 09/01/2026
Internal Posting Information: None
Below is our job description for this position. Please also review the Important Instructions & Additional Information section below, which contains valuable information about our application process.
Basic Function
Under the direction of the college official responsible for public information, implement and manage web content using a content management system; implement social media strategies; provide training and technical support to staff and faculty in association with our web presence; develop and write text for publication on the web.
Representative Duties
Develop and edit web pages using a content management system; proofread and edit page content including page design layout to ensure compliance with district-wide standards and industry best practices.
Work with various campus and district administrative and departmental offices to produce, maintain and edit web-related content in a variety of formats including (but not limited to) web pages, portal channels, newsletters, blogs, articles, surveys, email campaigns and social media.
Work with subject matter experts to ensure grammatical quality and optimal comprehension of published online content.
Write audience-targeted text to be posted to the web and portal by interviewing others and gathering information from internal and external sources.
Create, edit and manage content such as graphics, photography, video, and text to ensure it remains relevant, current and has a consistent style and voice; ensure appropriate metadata is maintained for the content; manage the clearance and proofreading processes for content publishing.
Assume point-of-contact tasks and communications in response to staff and faculty questions related to document workflow, publication, content maintenance and usage of social media.
Address web site accessibility issues for disabled persons; maintain current knowledge of standards and assure compliance.
Contribute to and implement taxonomy standards for content. E Contribute to and implement Search Engine Optimization strategy.
Identify new content opportunities as well as necessary content changes or updates based on student feedback and organizational goals.
Maintain the college's social media presence; train faculty and staff on appropriate use of social media; monitor social media channels to ensure compliance with guidelines.
Participate in groups and committees related to web-based technologies.
Participate in the development and review of web standards; address concerns related to the college's web presence.
Perform web-related consultant duties for campus administrative offices and departmental offices.
Identify and evaluate new products and technologies for possible implementation; maintain current knowledge of technological advances and industry trends.
Train and provide technical direction and advice to co-workers.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
An Associate degree or higher in communication, marketing, computer studies or related field and two years experience with web development and/or editorial experience.
Knowledge & Abilities
KOWLEDGE OF:
Superior writing and editing skills.
Experience with the specific conventions of writing and editing for the Web.
Page layout and design of web pages.
Use and applications of computer equipment including scanner, digital camera and printer. HTML and CSS.
Interpersonal skills including tact, patience and courtesy.
ABILITY TO:
Develop, implement and oversee the college web site.
Develop, implement and oversee social media strategy.
Improve written content with attention to detail.
Work in a Content Management System.
Operate various software programs in the development and maintenance of the web site.
Operate various hardware equipment including scanners, digital cameras and printers.
Train users effectively.
Prepare and maintain records and files.
Work independently with little direction.
Prioritize and schedule work.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
SALARY RANGE
$5,965.12 - $8,428.56 monthly
Maximum Starting Salary: $6,267.11 monthly
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
First Review of Applications: Complete application packets will be accepted until the position is filled; but those received by September 1, 2026 at 11:59pm, are assured consideration. The College reserves the right to extend time limits or reinitiate the recruitment/selection process at any point.
Important Instructions & Additional Information
Complete applications received by the "assured consideration date" above are guaranteed to be reviewed by Human Resources. If you apply after this date, there is no guarantee that your application will be reviewed. However, we still recommend that you apply because recruitments remain open until filled. The District and/or College reserves the right to extend time limits and/or repost or restart recruitments at any point.
For all positions, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, shall be considered a core system competency and job requirement. ()
Equivalency for Minimum Qualifications
Applicants for faculty and educational administrator positions in California Community Colleges are required to meet certain minimum qualifications as provided by the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office and detailed in the If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you may still be eligible by completing the KernCCD Application for Equivalence process. Please see our for more information.
International or Foreign Degrees
Applicants with international or foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC. (ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application.
Accommodations
Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements. (For more information, see our )
Discrimination Free Work Environment
Discrimination based on race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation of any person, military and veteran status, or the perception that a person has one or more of these characteristics is illegal and violates Kern Community College District policy.
The Kern CCD Equal Employment Opportunity Plan guides the development, implementation, and monitoring of the District's efforts to foster equal employment opportunities and workplace diversity.
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Work Authorization
Kern Community College District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States. Work authorization should be established at the time of application submission.
E-Verify
The Kern Community College District participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, please visit
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Full-time permanent employees (20+ hours per month) are eligible for health benefits:

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-term Disability

In addition to the above benefits, the District also offers a robust voluntary benefits selection:

• Flex 125
• Additional products and services through American Fidelity
• Supplemental Voluntary Life Insurance
• Tax Shelter Annuities

The District participates in CalPERS Retirement System and Social Security benefits for Classified and Management employees. Employees covered under the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), are vested 100% after five years of full-time service credit.
The District participates in the State Teacher's Retirement System (STRS) for faculty. Employees covered under the State Teacher's Retirement System (STRS), are vested 100% after five years of full-time service credit.
All coverages begin on the first of the following month after the hire date.
The following classifications are eligible for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) health benefits at the employee expense offered through SISC:

• Permanent Employees (19 hours or less)
• Adjuncts
• Temporary Hourly
• Professional Experts

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