Web Design and Development Specialist (96822T)

Title: IT Specialist / Web Design and Development Specialist

Position Number:T

Hiring Unit: Administration Info Tec Svc Client Service and Operations Center

Location: UH System Offices Manoa Campus

Date Posted: July 13 2025

Closing Date: July 25 2025

Band: A

Salary: salary schedules and placement information

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Month: 11-month

Temporary/Permanent: Temporary

Duties & Responsibilities

(NOTE: * denotes Essential Functions)

• * Provides assistance with defining user interface (UI) specifications based on best practices and in accordance with overall website design and requirements.

• *Collaborates on developing UI and user experience (UX) with customers and document functional descriptions which describe the website to be developed and the business solution to any problems identified.

• *Converts conceptual designs or business solutions into visual mockups wireframes or prototypes.

• *Assists with designing and implementing front end UIs for new and existing web applications and websites according to specifications while incorporating usability concepts and ADA requirements.

• *Assists with programming evaluation and testing of web-based applications using HTML CSS Bootstrap and/or any other programming or scripting languages to meet project requirements.

• *Assesses and evaluates the capabilities and limitations of new and upcoming programming or scripting languages.

• *Provides project implementation and post-implementation support for web-based sites and applications developed by ITS.

• *Assists with the design implementation and support of page templates for use in the ITS-supported content management system (CMS).

• *Assists with training and creating documentation for CMS users.

• *Assists with development formulation and documentation of operating procedures for Client Service and Operation Center (CSOC).

• Keeps current on rapid developments and emerging technologies by researching articles in trade journals periodicals technical manuals newsletters etc. and by attending classes conferences presentations and self-directed study methods.

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Possession of a baccalaureate educational degree in Information Technology Computer Science Management Information Systems or related field and 0 years of progressively responsible professional information technology experience with responsibilities for website and application design; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education knowledge skills and abilities as indicated.

2. Functional knowledge of website and application design demonstrated by knowledge understanding and ability to apply principles concepts methodology and terminology.

3. Functional knowledge and understanding of technology systems hardware and software associated with website and application design.

4. Demonstrated ability to recognize problems identify possible causes and resolve routine problems in the area of website and application design.

5. Demonstrated ability to understand oral and written documentation write reports and procedures and communicate effectively in a variety of situations.

6. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations groups team members and individuals.

7. Demonstrated proficiency in creating visual mockups wireframes and/or prototypes using associated software (i.e. Figma Sketch Penpot or Lunacy).

8. Functional knowledge in web development standards and languages (i.e. HTML/CSS PHP JavaScript or comparable).

9. Knowledge of user interface and user experience design.

10. Knowledge of coding practices necessary for developing web-based applications and websites; prototyping and iterative development techniques; and systems development methodology and techniques.

11. Experience with a source code control system such as GitHub.

12. Functional knowledge of web content management systems (i.e. Wordpress Drupal Cascade or similar)

13. Knowledge of usability concepts and ADA requirements for web-based applications and websites.

14. Demonstrated ability to speak read comprehend interpret and write fluently in English.

15. Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new technologies independently and in a timely manner using books manuals and other resources.

16. Ability to work a variable work schedule and to work outside normally scheduled work hours including day night weekend and/or holiday hours as directed.

Desirable Qualifications

1. Demonstrated knowledge and experience with higher education website design and development.

2. Knowledge and understanding of social media platforms and practices and integrating social media into website design.

3. Knowledge of Bootstrap React and/or JQuery.

4. Knowledge of Structured Query Language (SQL).

To Apply:

Click on the Apply button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attached required documents.

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Applicants must submit the following:

1. Cover letter to the selection committee indicating interest in the position and how the minimum and desirable qualifications are met
2. Resume
3. The names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three (3) professional references and
4. Copies of educational transcripts are acceptable; however original official transcripts will be required at time of hire. Diplomas and copies will NOT be accepted. Transcripts issued from an institution outside of the United States of America (USA) require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services Inc. verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant.

Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. The application will be considered incomplete if any of the required documents/materials are not included or are unreadable.

Please redact references to social security numbers and birthdate on submitted documents.

Employment may be contingent on verification of credentials and other background information including the completion of a criminal history check.