Senior Web Manager - Non-Classified
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Salary
$91,000.00 - $95,000.00 Annually
Location
Denver Metro, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
09067-Sup-Comm-0626
Department
Department of Education
Division
Communications
Opening Date
06/18/2026
Closing Date
6/21/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address
Downtown/Denver Metro/Eligible for a hybrid (office/remote) work environment.***
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
HR@cde.state.co.us
Type of Announcement
This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
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Department Information
This position is not part of the classified personnel system; applications will be accepted from Residents and Non-Residents of Colorado.
Incumbent will be required to live in and complete work for CDE within Colorado.
Colorado Department of Education - What We Do The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and accountability to the state's 178 school districts, 1,888 schools, over 53,000 teachers, and over 3,200 administrators to help them build capacity to meet the needs of the state's approximately 905,000 public school students. In addition, CDE provides structural and administrative support to the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind and the Charter School Institute.As the administrative arm of the State Board of Education (https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeboard) , CDE is responsible for implementing state and federal education laws, disbursing state and federal funds, holding schools and districts accountable for performance, licensing all educators, and providing public transparency of performance and financial data.CDE is a values-based agency that serves students, parents, and the general public by protecting public trust through ensuring adherence to laws, strong stewardship of public funds, and accountability for student performance.CDE strives to incorporate five core values that we uphold in our work internally and externally. If you come to CDE, be prepared to incorporate Integrity, Equity, Accountability, Trust, and commitment to Service in what you do.Why Work For CDEThe work we do is rewarding and impacts the students, families, educators, and communities across Colorado. Our leadership also promotes a culture that puts families and self-care as a priority. Along with meaningful work and an environment that puts employees first, the state also offers rich benefits that intend to make us an Employer of Choice!The following is a summary of the benefits we offer:
Flexible work schedules and flexible workplace options that may include flexible working hours, working from home, working in the office, and/or a hybrid working environment.
Premier medical, dental, vision, and dependent life insurance options. All with a generous employer contribution keeping employee costs as low as possible.
Employer-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
Up to 160 hours of Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML).
11 paid holidays per year.
Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals.
Retirement through the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)www.copera.org.
Employer-paid RTD Eco Pass (certain restrictions may apply).
Paid professional development opportunities.
A wide salary range is posted for this position, and any job offer is based upon a salary analysis to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and state seniority relative to others performing substantially similar work. While most salary offers are made within the posted range, occasionally an offer is made below or above the posted range based upon this salary analysis. The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.
Description of Job
Work Environment:
This position is full-time, is supported by state and federal funds (contingent on funding availability), and is eligible for a hybrid work environment.
Extended hours during the evening or the weekend may be required by business needs.
Commuting to the CDE buildings is required.
Larger state-wide travel may be required for relevant conferences and convenings.
A Remote (Home) office is required.
Required to report to the work locationper business needs.
Essential Functions (ADAAA)
SEDENTARY/Office environment:
Required to sit, view a computer screen, and utilize a keyboard and mouse for extended periods of time.
Required lifting, bending, stooping, pushing, walking, etc.
DL Not Required: Required to independently obtain and determine means to complete travel requirements.
Position Summary:The Senior Web Manager and Supervisor is responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of the Colorado Department of Education's public-facing website and statutorily required public data reporting website. This role aligns digital, visual, and web strategies with CDE's organizational goals, priority initiatives, and user needs, while ensuring consistency, accessibility, and quality across all web content.
Working in close collaboration with the Communications Office, Information Management Services (IMS), and internal stakeholders, the Senior Web Manager and Supervisor designs communications strategy for the department's website, provides strategic leadership for the Web Management Unit, delivers user-centered digital experiences, ensures compliance with industry best practices and statutory accessibility requirements, and supports continuous improvement through effective governance, analytics, and stakeholder guidance.The final salary is anticipated to fall within the posted salary range, however could be higher or lower depending on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other qualifications of the preferred candidate while considering internal equity.Major Duties and Responsibilities:A. In collaboration with CDE staff, oversee the development, organization, content creation and management, and communication strategy for the Agency's website, inclusive of:
Serving as key division lead in aligning digital, visual, and web strategies - inclusive of content planning, creation, and management - with -CDE's organizational goals, priority areas of focus, and relevant and timely needs.
Proactively managing and shaping CDE's digital and visual brand identity ensuring consistency, quality, accessibility, and alignment with agency priorities and needs
Providing project management leadership for the Web Management Unit to ensure timely and effective completion of assigned projects and routine operational needs
Advising internal staff on web policy, web communication strategy, and digital user experience.
B. Provide leadership, coaching, and ongoing professional development to direct and indirect reports C. Provide leadership to units and divisions to develop their web pages for maximum communication value, inclusive of ongoing training to support best practices in content development and website user experience inclusive of:
Organizing data and website design to ensure ease of access, user-centered navigation, and consistent content style and voice
Applying industry best practices in website management and accessibility compliance, mobile responsiveness, and adherence to established design, privacy, and usability standards.
Developing and providing training and ongoing technical support to CDE web content coordinators across units to maintain high-quality, accessible, and consistent web content.
D. Coordinate and centralize operations as needed to ensure website meets the needs of all users; leverage website analytics to assess effectiveness and support continuous improvement of user experiences E. Apply web industry best practices for website design, content creation and management, search engine optimization, and user experience managementSupervisory Responsibilities:This position does have supervisory responsibilities. The duties and responsibilities for employees that supervise staff include, but are not limited to the following:
Models and ensures consistency with organizational values and policies.
Clearly communicates expectations and standards to staff.
Conducts timely performance management of staff including formal evaluations, on-going and routine feedback, and holding staff accountable.
Awareness and approval of employee time worked and work schedules. This includes approval of time worked for payroll and monitoring and approval of all work schedules including remote work and flex schedules, based upon CDE's policies.
Provides the applicable tools and resources staff require to perform their job.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: This position requires five (5) years of experience only, OR A combination of education and experience totaling five (5) years.
Experience Only:
Five (5) years of professional experience in website management
Education and Experience:
A bachelor's degree will substitute for four (4) years of the required experience. The remaining 1 year of professional experience is described below.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Communications, Journalism, or another liberal arts field.
And
At least one (1) year of professional experience in website management.
QUALIFICATIONS AND CONDITIONS :Qualifications for Success in the Position:
Demonstrable track record of success managing complex projects
Experience in project management, communications, user-centered website design and/or management
Experience working with website content management systems (i.e., Finalsite, EdLio, Apptegy, or similar)
Experience using mobile-first design
Experience writing and editing website content
Ability to form strong relationships with all stakeholders to facilitate transparent and frequent communication
Ability to work with confidential information
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail (proofing work, spelling, grammar, formatting, etc.).
Demonstrated ability to effectively balance quality of work and productivity expectations.
Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external customers (e.g. school districts, other CDE units).
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and organize work to accommodate and meet the changing needs of the department and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative and exhibit a proactive approach to work.
Demonstrated ability to identify problems and recommend solutions prior to the standard being jeopardized.
Ability and willingness to travel.
Preferred Qualifications (Preferred/Not Required):
Experience working in a state education agency preferred.
Advanced knowledge in Finalsite preferred.
Conditions of Employment (Required):
Must be willing and able to submit to the pre-screening process and pass a background check.
Ability and willingness to independently determine, obtain means, and complete required travel
Work extended schedule per business needs
Report to work location per business needs
DL Not Required: Required to independently determine and obtain means to complete travel requirements related to travel across the state of Colorado (5%).
Sign the acknowledgment form that this position is funded through state and federal funds and is sub ject to availability.
Supplemental Information
Complete Applications must include :
Completed Online Application: Required - Submitted through ourATS (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Colorado) .
Resume: Required - Attached as a separate document.
Transcript: Required if using education to meet MQs - Attached to the online application and meeting requirements as described under "College Transcripts".
College Transcripts: If you are using education to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or a foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show the name of the school and that a degree was conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position. Failure to submit a complete application as defined above by the announcement closemay result in your application being removed from consideration.
** Resumes and Cover Letters WILL NOT be reviewed for minimum qualification screening. FOR CURRENT OR FORMER EMPLOYEES OF THE STATE OF COLORADO:Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024, any State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification's pay range based on completed years in their current class series as of June 30. All current and former State employees must ensure that your entire work history within the State Classified System, including at Institutions of Higher Education, is indicated in your application so that your time-in-series can be calculated accurately.Email Address:All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted via email. Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked often as time-sensitive correspondence such as exam information or notification will take place via email. Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam-filtered email.Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and Equal Employment OpportunityThe State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, a medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.The Colorado Department of Education is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries tohr@cde.state.co.us.
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State of Colorado
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