Web and Information Designer
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Job Location:
Houston, MS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
9 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title
Web and Information DesignerAgency
Prairie View A&M UniversityDepartment
MarketingProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Houston TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
Important Immigration information:
A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19 2025 imposes a $100000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21 2025.Please be advised that TexasA&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense toascertainwhether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.
In addition on January 27 2026 Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission.Accordingly if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visastatusthis moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.
The Web and Information Designer under direction designs and produces a variety of graphical imagery animations and other multimedia-rich applications. Manages architectures of websites including content management system (CMS) and advising of staff.
The salary isdeterminedin accordance withthe Universitys compensation structure and will becommensuratewith the candidates education and experience within the assigned salary range for this position.
Responsibilities:
Manage and maintain the universitys WordPress multisite network supporting 100 websites across academic and administrative units.
Collaborate with content creators and stakeholders to develop update and maintain website content ensuring clarity and consistency. Implement content strategies that effectively communicate the universitys message and engage the target audience. Train new content authors on web publishing policies and CMS use.
Design and implementation of visually compelling web layouts and features that enhance user engagement and adhere to branding guidelines
Utilize third-party auditing and development tools including Site improve to ensure all websites are compliant with W3C standards and ADA accessibility requirements and collaborate with developers to implement necessary adjustments and compliance measures.
Review test and deploy updates for WordPress core themes and third-party plugins to ensure stability security and performance.
Stay up to date with the latest web design trends technologies and standards and propose innovative design solutions and strategies to enhance digital initiatives.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelors degree or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
Three years of professional web design and development experience.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of word processing spreadsheet database and graphic design applications.
Knowledge of HTML and the web design production process.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Oral and written communication skills.
Organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with WordPress including content management theme customization and plugin management.
Proficiency in HTML CSS and basic JavaScript for front-end development and troubleshooting.
Experience designing responsive user-friendly web layouts aligned with branding standards.
Working knowledge of web accessibility standards (WCAG/ADA) and experience remediating accessibility issues.
Experience using web auditing or analytics tools (e.g. Siteimprove Google Analytics).
Experience testing deploying and maintaining updates to CMS platforms themes and plugins.
Experience managing a WordPress multisite environment.
Experience developing or modifying WordPress themes and/or plugins (PHP).
Understanding of SEO best practices and content strategy.
Experience training or supporting content authors in CMS usage and web standards.
Experience with web hosting platforms (e.g. WP Engine) and basic server/environment management.
Familiarity with performance optimization techniques (caching image optimization CDN usage).
Awareness of web security best practices (updates vulnerabilities plugin vetting).
Special Requirements:
Applicants with equivalent experience in lieu of a Bachelors degree may be considered. One year of the related experience is the equivalent of one college year. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have four years of related experience to meet the equivalency in lieu of a Bachelors degree plus the minimum required years of experience. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have a total of seven years of experience.
Job Posting Close Date:
05/15/2026
Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed belowin the attachment box labeled as either Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed HigherEdJobs etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via thePVAMUCareer site.
The required documents listed in the above Required Attachments section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at or should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements:
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Required Experience:
IC
