Search Engine Optimisation Jobs in Spokane, WA (NOW HIRING)

Location: Spokane Colleges District Office Spokane

Department: DIST Marketing/Public Relations

Salary Range: $4,300  - $5,779

Open continuous. 

Starting salary for this position is: $4,300 (Monthly)
Employees hired at the entry step of this range receive salary step advancement after six months and every 12 months thereafter. An employee hired at anything higher than the entry step of the range will have salary step advancement after 12 months and every 12 months thereafter until they reach the top of the salary range. Each salary step advancement will be approximately a 5% increase.

Spokane Colleges is comprised of two accredited colleges, Spokane Community College (SCC) and Spokane Falls Community College (SFCC) serving Spokane, Stevens, Whitman, Ferry, and Pend Oreille Counties, as well as portions of Lincoln County.
Both colleges are accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and governed by the Washington State Board of Community and Technical Colleges.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, since the screening committee will begin reviewing applications on 08/18/2026, submissions are encouraged prior to that time.

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision of the Website Manager, the Communications Consultant 2 (Web Content Writer) plays a key role in shaping the voice and narrative of the institution. As part of the MarCom team, this position is responsible for creating compelling, strategic, and audience-focused web content as part of an ongoing website project that is migrating to a new content management system.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Write, edit, and produce high-quality content for digital and print platforms including websites in enterprise content management systems. *
• Develop content that supports enrollment, retention, advancement, and community engagement goals. *
• Collaborate with departments to translate complex academic and institutional information into accessible, engaging narratives. *
• Ensure all content aligns with the institution's brand voice, tone, and messaging guidelines. *
• Ensure web content meets accessibility standards and best practices by reviewing, testing, and remediating content as needed.*
• Maintain consistency across platforms while tailoring messages for specific audiences (e.g., prospective students, faculty, alumni, influencers, and community leaders). *
• Model professional decorum and mutual respect in all personal interactions. *
• Comply with district policies, procedures and directives, state and federal regulations, orders and statutes and collective bargaining agreements. *
• Support and advance Spokane Colleges' strategic plan and perform other duties as assigned. *

* Indicates this is an essential duty.

COMPETENCIES

• Action Oriented
• Tech Savvy
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Manages Complexity
• Plans and Aligns
• Organizational Savvy

Learn more about our competencies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or Marketing. Or an equivalent mix of education and experience that demonstrates the candidate meets all competency requirements for this position.
• 1-2 years of professional web writing experience, preferably in higher education.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Ability to write for diverse audiences and platforms.
• Strong understanding of SEO, digital content strategy, and analytics.
• Experience with content management systems (CMS), particularly Modern Campus.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or Marketing or in a related field.
• 3+ years of professional writing experience, preferably for websites in higher education.
• Experience working in a college or university communications office.
• Familiarity with AP style and editorial best practices.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards for digital content.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work is performed in an office environment with frequent interruptions and background noise.
• Work is sedentary.
• Seldom move up to 25 lbs.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Non-permanent, classified position. Not to exceed 18 months.
• Full-time schedule (40 hours per week).
• Work schedule will be determined by the supervisor.
• This position is overtime eligible.
• Criminal background check is required.
• This position is eligible for coverage under a collective bargaining agreement. Membership is optional.

Person hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States. This is an absolute condition of employment. An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the district to sponsor an H1-B visa. In addition, the Spokane Colleges maintain a drug-free work environment and prohibits all smoking in the college buildings and state-owned vehicles. Must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and education environment.  

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. Once an applicant is chosen for a position, they are required to complete and submit a declaration regarding sexual misconduct and investigation per state law.

Medical, dental, life and long term disability insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board; WA State Retirement Plan; vacation and sick leave begin to accrue at the rate of 11.33 hours vacation and 8 hours sick leave per month, upon employment. (For positions that are less than full time, leave accruals will be prorated to the percentage of the position.) This position is designated a bargaining unit position and union membership is not a condition of employment. Leave accruals and usage are governed by the WFSE collective bargaining agreement.

Public Employees Benefits Board

Additional benefits information

To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required competencies and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:

• Cover letter - addressing your qualifications relevant to the responsibilities of this position.
  
• Resume.
  
• References - the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references.

For questions regarding a job application or the hiring process, or if you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact HR at CCS.Recruiter@ccs.spokane.edu. 

Spokane Colleges provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, disability, veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Spokane Colleges complies with applicable federal and state civil rights laws, including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and Washington state nondiscrimination laws.

Direct all inquiries or grievances regarding access, Title IX, ADA, equal opportunity compliance, and/or grievances to:
Frederick Davis, MA
Chief Human Resources Officer
Spokane Colleges
P.O. Box 6000, MS1004
Spokane, WA. 99217-6000
509-434-5040 / ccs.titleix@ccs.spokane.edu.