Web Developer
Job Location:
Milwaukee, WI - USA
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Job Summary
Position Summary
The Web Designeris responsible forcreative and technical development and maintenance of web sites and web applications for supported areas. Activities will includethe development of web projects content creation commitment to visual integrity and the user experience daily maintenance activities error-loggingand support requests collaborating with L&S units and the planning of website revitalization. This person serves as a team member for web site production and development forCollegedepartment and program web sites as well as research web sites.This positionoperatesunder general supervision.
This position works closely with peer developers project teams technical specialists and client liaisons to support the varied instructional advising research and business functions of campus clients toassistwith their mission to deliver excellence in education service and innovation.
Assume primary responsibilities on the development and implementation of web sites for multiple target audiences. Create and incorporate text graphics multimedia social media interactive forms and data resourcesinweb sites.
Conduct needs assessmentdeterminerequirements and develop solutions to meet client needs and/or project goals. Consult with staff and clients toidentifyformat audience and siteobjectives.
Work with faculty and staff to obtain and recommend solutions for needs.Act as their liaison and representative seamlessly delivering comprehensive support by escalating issues to other IT and business units whileremainingtheir primary point of contact.
Develop andmaintainrelationships with keydepartmental campus and technicalstaff that can help with advice and planning.Assess needs document requirements address complaints and advocate for solutions.
Research design ideas to develop the best creative approach and concepts for style technique and production methods.
Optimizeusability of websites through responsive design techniques usability testing performance analytics and standardizedapplication frameworks. Ensure adherence toUWM Web development standards and framework UWM branding requirements and W3C and accessibility best practices in the design of all sites.
Web Site Maintenance (35%)
Assume primary responsibilities for the maintenance and updating of websites within the College. Review and respond to support requests in an effective andtimelymanner. Escalate or delegate issues to other staff asappropriate.
Regular application of excellent writing skills for composing news and events posts while proofing editing and adjusting existing text for clarity and readability.
Provide technicalassistanceandinformation to clients about software functionalitytechniques and advisabilityofgraphic design document productionandweb-related software.
Act aslead stakeholder in the application of UWM Web Governance standards across L&S Websites
Organizational Activities and Project Management (15%)
Provide leadership and direction to student staff and delegate assignments/projects based upon analysis of their specialized abilities andexpertise.
Mentor and train new team members fellow staff and student employees.Assistin the recruitment of staff andthe assessmentof staff performance.
Manage and contribute to technical projects and tasks working toward established organizational and technical goals. Document work activities project plans and technical information; communicate associated information to colleagues and clients. Prepare special reports reviews and recommendations as requested.
Support and propose technical operating and organizational standards to contribute to the effectiveness of the team and organization.Assistwith coordinated campuswebplanning for the needs of supported areas.
Collaborate with other staff in a team-based environment and share responsibilities for everyday unit functions. Participate inappropriate unitand campus-wide meetings project teams and committees.
Work with other campus IT staff tomaintainand promote a body of knowledge through research case studies and practical demonstration projects for use by IT staff and other functional units.
Complete other dutiesand specialprojectsasassigned.
Training and Professional Development (10%)
Maintaina broadknowledge oftechnology as well asspecialized topicsrelated to assigned projects and responsibilities. Read professional literatureand attend training sessions conferences and workshops to improve knowledgeon the same.
Maintain current awareness of trends methods and technological advances in the industry and profession especially as they relate to assignedprojects and responsibilities.
Acquireandmaintaincomprehensive knowledge of the Universitys business processes theneedsand capabilities of the academic and business unitsand how university processes are supported by UWMs information systems and other resources.
Research test and propose new and emerging technologies to improve functionality reliability and performance for UWM computing.
Develop andmaintaingood customer service collaborative and interpersonal communication skills.
- Serves as a subject matter expert consultant and main point of contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding website and application options design maintenance and support
- Contributes to website strategy and recommends changes to leadership
- Designs develops and deploys web applications and integrate databases based on relevant website coding scripts
- Investigates resolves and recommends solutions to website problems and performance issues such as speed of access
- Evaluates and implements open source and commercial products to meet project needs
- Monitors website use and trends status of projects and reviews work for completion/quality
Three or more years professional experience in web design or web application development.
Three or more years professional experience with HTML and CSS.
Three or more years professional experience with visual or graphic design.
Demonstrated ability to develop Web sites compatible with target audiences and their needs.
Prior work experience in a higher education setting.
Demonstrated ability to manage web content and page navigation withinWordpress.
Twoor more years professional experience withmanaging web accessibilitystandards.
Experience in collaboratingoverseeingand promoting professional quality web content.
Interested applicants are required to apply online and provide a cover letter and detailed resume/CV that addresses your professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications.
Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire will be required to provide three
professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidates application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.
Amal Afifa
Reasonable Accommodations
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Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWMis a State agency and subject to Wisconsins Open Records not however reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsins Open Records certain circumstances the identities of final candidates and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
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Employment will require a criminal background the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
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Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
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