Web Developer

Web Developer

Milwaukee, WI

JR10012190

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Position
Title:
Web Developer

Job Category:
Academic Staff

Employment
Type:
Regular

Job Profile:
Web Developer

Job Duties:

Position Summary

The Web Designer is responsible for creative and technical development and maintenance of web sites and web applications for
supported areas. Activities will include the development of web projects, content creation, commitment to visual integrity and the user
experience, daily maintenance activities, error-logging and 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 for College department and program web sites, as
well as research web sites. This position operates under 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 to assist with their mission to deliver excellence in education, service, and innovation.

Position Duties

Web Site Design (40%)

• 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 resources in web
  sites.

• Conduct needs assessment, determine requirements, and develop solutions to meet client needs and/or project goals.
  Consult with staff and clients to identify format, audience, and site objectives.

• 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 while remaining their primary point of contact.

• Develop and maintain relationships with key
  departmental, campus, and technical staff 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.

• Optimize usability of websites through responsive design techniques, usability testing,
  performance analytics, and standardized application frameworks. Ensure adherence to UWM 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 and timely manner. Escalate or delegate issues to other staff as appropriate.

• Regular application
  of excellent writing skills for composing news and events posts while proofing, editing, and adjusting existing text for clarity and
  readability.

• Provide technical assistance and information to clients about software functionality, techniques, and
  advisability of graphic design, document production, and web-related software.

• Act as lead 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 and
  expertise.

• Mentor and train new team members, fellow staff, and student employees. Assist in the recruitment of staff and
  the assessment of 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. Assist with coordinated
  campus web planning for the needs of supported areas.

• Collaborate with other staff in a team-based environment and share
  responsibilities for everyday unit functions. Participate in appropriate unit and campus-wide meetings, project teams, and
  committees.

• Work with other campus IT staff to maintain and promote a body of knowledge through research, case studies,
  and practical demonstration projects for use by IT staff and other functional units.

• Complete other duties and special
  projects as assigned.

Training and Professional Development (10%)

• Maintain a broad knowledge of technology as well
  as specialized topics related to assigned projects and responsibilities. Read professional literature and attend training sessions,
  conferences, and workshops to improve knowledge on the same.

• Maintain current awareness of trends, methods, and
  technological advances in the industry and profession, especially as they relate to assigned projects and responsibilities.

• Acquire and maintain comprehensive knowledge of the University’s business processes, the needs and capabilities of the academic and
  business units, and how university processes are supported by UWM’s information systems and other resources.

• Research,
  test, and propose new and emerging technologies to improve functionality, reliability, and performance for UWM computing.

• Develop and maintain good customer service, collaborative, and interpersonal communication skills.

Key Job
Responsibilities:

• 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

Department: Web and Data – College of Letters and Science

Compensation:
$60-65,000. (Final salary offer will be determined based on qualifications and experience)

Required
Qualifications:

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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 within Wordpress.

• Two or more years’ professional experience with
  managing web accessibility standards.

• Experience in collaborating, overseeing and promoting professional quality web
  content.

How to Apply:

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 candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the
qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

Contact Information:

Amal
Afifa

aiafifa@uwm.edu

Reasonable Accommodations
Pursuant to university policy, UWM provides reasonable accommodations to
qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because
of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in
applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site
will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Confidentiality of Applicant
Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of
applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the
identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference
Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes 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.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM
Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus
security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414)
229-4632 for a paper copy.

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.

To apply, visit https://wisconsin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UW_Milwaukee/job/Milwaukee-WI/Web-Developer_JR10012190.

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