Digital Communications Operations Specialist

Digital Communications Operations Specialist

The University of Maine at Augusta (UMA) seeks qualified applicants for the full time position of Digital Communications Operations Specialist. This position is responsible for managing UMA’s website and digital content, ensuring that information is accurate, accessible, and aligned with institutional priorities. This role supports the day-to-day execution of digital communications by updating and maintaining website content, assisting with email communications, supporting digital platforms used across External Relations, and developing and adapting content for digital channels such as social media and email.

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• Experience managing website content and working with website platforms (e.g., Word Press)
• Understanding of digital accessibility standards (ADA/WCAG)
• Experience with email platforms and digital tools (e.g., Emma, Give Campus)
• Strong attention to detail and content accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, or related field
• 3–5 years of experience in digital content management, web support, or related field

• Experience in higher education or similarly complex organizations
• Experience with website content management systems
• Familiarity with accessibility standards and digital compliance

Salary:
The hiring salary is $46,000.

Benefits: UMA offers a wide range of benefits including tuition benefits for employee and dependents, comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, and vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability as well as retirement plan options. The University of Maine System is a recipient of the Wellness Councils of America’s Well Workplace Award and offers wellness programs.

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after 8/27/26, will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

UMA transforms the lives of students of every age and background across the State of Maine and beyond through access to high-quality distance and on-site education, excellence in student support, civic engagement, and professional and liberal arts programs. UMA is the third-largest public university in Maine. In addition to its main campus in the state’s capital, UMA also serves students at its campus in Bangor (UMA Bangor) and through UMA Centers around the state.

With its multiple locations and long-term expertise in online and distance learning, UMA is generally considered the university of choice for Mainers of all ages who want to attend college without uprooting their lives.

UMA serves a mix of traditional and non-traditional students and offers a wide array of liberal arts and professional programs leading to certificates, and associate and baccalaureate degrees. Programs are delivered on campus, online, and using a network of University centers and sites across the state and internationally. Classes can be taught through the following modalities: in-person, online, distance synchronous, hyflex, and hybrid/blended.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment.

The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to…