Web Administrator

Web Administrator

Location

JSU Main Campus, MS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202400425

College/Division

Division of Information Technology

Opening Date

10/27/2026

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

The Department of Academic Information Technology is accepting applications for its Web Administrator position.

Examples of Duties

• Server Management: Monitor and manage the webserver to ensure optimal performance, uptime, and security. This includes configuring server settings monitoring resource usage and performing routine server maintenance tasks.
• Technical Support: Provide technical support to users who encounter issues while navigating or using the website.
• Website Maintenance: Update and maintain the websites content, ensuring that information is accurate, relevant, and up to date.
• Security Management: Implement and maintain security measures to protect the website from potential threats, such as hacking, malware, and unauthorized access.
• Backup and Recovery: Establish and maintain a reliable backup and disaster recovery strategy for the websites data and files.
• Content Management System (CMS): Manage and configure the content management system used to build and maintain the website.
• User Management: Manage user accounts and access permissions for administrators, editors, and contributors who have access to the websites back-end.
• Performance Optimization: Monitor and optimize website performance, including page load times, response times, and overall speed.
• SEO and Analytics: Implement search engine optimization (SEO) best practices to improve the websites visibility in search engine results.
• Website Design anti Layout: Collaborate with designers to ensure the websites design and layout are user-friendly, visually appealing, and aligned with the organizations branding.
• Compliance and Accessibility: Ensure that the website complies with relevant web standards, accessibility guidelines, and legal requirements, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Educational Background: A bachelors degree in Computer Science or some relevant field such as Information Technology, Web Development, or a related discipline is preferred. However, consideration will be given to candidates with relevant certifications and experience in lieu of a degree.

Work Experience: Experience in web administration, web development, or a related field is essential. Previous experience managing and maintaining websites, working with content management systems (CMS), and handling server environments is highly valuable.

Certifications: While not mandatory, certifications in relevant areas can enhance your qualifications. Certifications in web development (e.g., CompTIA Web Development, Zend Certified PHP Engineer), server administration (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, Red Hat Certified System Administrator), and cybersecurity (e.g., CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional) can be beneficial.

Soft Skills: Good Communication (oral and written), Collaboration, Time Management, Problem-Solving. Attention to Detail, and Adaptability.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees who work 20 hours or more per week are eligible for the complete benefits package.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page.

01

Can you, if hired, provide proof of education?

• Yes
• No

02

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree
• Specialist degree
• Ph.D
• G.E.D.
• Juris Doctorate

03

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Jackson State University (MS)

Address 1400 John R. Lynch Street

P.O. Box 17028

Jackson, Mississippi, 39217

Phone (601) 979-2015

Website https://www.jsums.edu/humanresources/