Location: Spokane Colleges, District Office 

Department: DIST Marketing/Public Relations

Salary Range: $3,827 - $5,111

Open until filled. 

Starting salary for this position is: $3,827 (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.

About Us 

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 11/16/2026, submissions are encouraged prior to that time.

About the Digital Content Specialist (Program Specialist 2) (Non-permanent, classified)

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Website Manager, the Digital Content Specialist will create, edit, and produce digital assets and content for Spokane Colleges (Spokane Colleges) websites.

This position will work collaboratively with team members and staff in the Spokane Colleges district Marketing and Communications department ensuring digital assets are consistent with Spokane Colleges brand and design standards and accessibility standards.

This is a Full-Time, Non-Permanent classified position. Not to exceed 18 months.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist team members with independent digital asset production and assist with implementing content updates to digital platforms including optimizing text, graphics, and images for the web. *
• Ensure digital content meets accessibility standards. *
• Gather new and updated information from various departments throughout Spokane Colleges for posting on Spokane Colleges websites, both for the current and future websites (Spokane Colleges, SCC, SFCC). Ensure the information is accurate and presented in a manner that is appropriate for Spokane Colleges websites. *
• Collaborate with the Website Manager to execute time-sensitive updates to Spokane Colleges digital platforms, including Spokane Colleges websites. *
• Collaborate with the Website Manager to help identify accessible, effective approaches to presenting digital content on Spokane Colleges websites. *
• Collaborate with web writers on updates and new pages for Spokane Colleges websites, including optimizing graphics and images for the web. *
• Utilize Google Analytics, Google Search Console, or comparable tools, and analyze data to inform search engine optimization (SEO) efforts. *
• Clarify requirements and coordinate with team members on the best way to proceed with requests if needed. Identify any issues that arise with assigned requests and resolve them with team members in a timely manner with limited direction. *
• Ensure teammates are updated on the status of assigned requests and update progress in Spokane Colleges tracking systems. Coordinate with team members to ensure workflow, documentation, brand, and design standards are upheld. *
• Model professional decorum and mutual respect in all personal interactions. *
• Comply with district policy, procedures and directives, state and federal regulations, orders and statutes and collective bargaining agreements. *
• Support and advance the Spokane Colleges strategic plan; perform related duties as required. *

* Indicates this is an essential duty.

COMPETENCIES

• Action Oriented
• Optimizes Work Processes
• Ensures Accountability
• Drives Results
• Collaborates
• Values Differences
• Communicates Effectively
• Instills Trust
• Demonstrates Self-Awareness
• Self-Development
• Nimble Learning
• Situational Adaptability
• Learn more about our competencies. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree or certificate in communications, digital design, website content management or relevant discipline OR an equivalent mix of education and experience that demonstrates that the candidate meets all competency requirements for this position.
• Experience that shows progressive proficiency with the following concepts (and tools/standards):
  • Image editing processes and software (Adobe Suite)
  • Web design and web writing principles (UI/UX/SEO)
  • Web content management systems (CMS)
  • Basic web page coding (HTML/CSS)
  • Writing, editing and proofreading skills (Microsoft 365)
  • Accessibility standards for digital content (WCAG)

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in content management systems, creating and editing digital content, Experience working in content management systems, creating and editing digital content, and working as part of a team.
• Experience working in higher education marketing and marketing, or communications.
• General knowledge of Spokane Colleges, Spokane Community College and Spokane Falls Community College.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work is performed in a semi-open office environment with frequent interruptions and
• background noise.
• Work is sedentary.
• Frequent use of computers and exposure to terminal Spokane Colleges.
• Visual focus and strain.
• Frequent repetitive hand/wrist motions and finger manipulation.
• Frequent oral and auditory communication with others.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Non-permanent, classified position. Not to exceed 18 months.
• Full-time schedule (40 hours per week).
• This position is overtime eligible.
• Criminal background check is required.
• This position is covered 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.

Benefits Information

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

Required Application Materials

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. 

Equal Opportunity Institution

Spokane Colleges provides equal opportunity in education and employment. We comply with applicable federal and state civil rights laws, and prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in programs, activities, and employment based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, disability, veteran or military status, service-animal use, or other legally protected status.

To report a concern or ask about Title IX or access, contact Frederick Davis, Chief Human Resource Officer / Title IX Coordinator, at ccs.titleix@ccs.spokane.edu or 509-434-5037.