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Job No: 498267

Work Type: Staff Full-Time

Location: Denver, CO

Categories: Information Technology

Dedicated To Quality, Innovation, Engagement, Integrity, And Inclusion, Information Technology/Enterprise Application Services (IT/EAS) Maintains The Highest Standards In Providing a Wide Range Of Software Solutions To Units Throughout The University. IT/EAS Maintains Software Systems That Support The University's Core Business, As Well As Developing Custom Applications In Partnership With DU Departments To Enhance Services To Our Community. Our Services Range From Consultation To Implementation To Continuous Support Of Software Solutions. Services Include

• Software implementation, support, and development
• Secure access to institutional information
• Database development and administration
• Data interfaces
• Document Management
• Workflow solutions
• Business Process analysis and improvements
• Consultation with DU departments on software development or purchase
• Data Warehouse administration, reporting, and data mining
• Business Intelligence, Advanced Analytics, and Dashboards
• Web, Intranet, and Mobile
  
  

IT/EAS ensures that current and future software applications are efficient and effective, maintains an appropriate balance between leading-edge activities and core business processes, and provides secure access to information and data.

IT/EAS is responsible for all aspects of the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, Database Management, Data Warehouse administration, Information Analytics (BI), Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems, Learning Management System (LMS), Document Management, Workflow, and www.du.edu web development.

Position Summary

The Web Developer II reports to the Lead, Web Development, and typically performs the duties of a mid-level back-end web developer. In partnership with University Relations and other areas within Information Technology, this position is responsible for the development and support of the University's web properties built primarily within enterprise Drupal and WordPress.

Essential Functions

Independently perform the following duties:

• Design and implement new features and functionality within the University's web properties built using Drupal.
• Develop wireframes and core site structure using Drupal.
• Install, configure, test, and manage modules and plugins within the enterprise Drupal platform.
• Adjust site parameters as needed.
• Provide high-speed and reliable site assets.
• Work closely with web specialists within the University Relations and unit stakeholders to ensure an effective, visually appealing, functional, brand-aligned, and intuitive implementation.
• Partner with web developers to ensure a device-responsive web design.
• Partner with a digital accessibility specialist to ensure accessibility of the du.edu website and all microsites.
• Follow secure coding principles to develop secure websites.
• Partner with University Relations and their web and digital experience team on web development and enhancement projects and requests.
• Develop detailed documentation and application guides for use by University Relations, Information Technology, and clients.
• Document design decisions while adhering to existing process guidelines.
• Manage the complete project lifecycle. Effectively communicate project status with the direct supervisor and project owner.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• High proficiency and understanding of web development and design.
• Good understanding of content management systems such as Drupal and WordPress.
• Strong knowledge of Drupal 9/10 site building, theming, and module development.
• Familiarity with Drupal APIs: Entity API, Form API, Plugin API, etc.
• Experience managing configuration using Configuration Management (config split, sync, etc.).
• Experience with Drush, Composer, Git, and CI/CD pipelines
• Familiarity with hosting platforms like Acquia, Pantheon, or custom containers
• Understanding of site performance optimization, security best practices, and accessibility (WCAG)
• Knowledge of SQL, API, JSON, XML, HTML, CSS, JavaScript.
• General understanding of distributed computing architectures, e.g., Client/Server, Internet/Intranet, Enterprise.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business correspondence, policies, and technical procedures. Ability to communicate effectively in various situations.
• Ability to utilize general mathematical concepts. Ability to apply concepts and analyze relevant data.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram form. Ability to prioritize and organize a high volume of work. Ability to take a sliver of a problem statement and ultimately design a solution.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills are required. Should be able to adapt communication style to suit different audiences.
• Effective facilitation skills. Should be able to facilitate group discussions.
• Ability to be action-oriented. Should be able to follow up on feedback to ensure positive outcomes.
• Attention to detail is critical.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Three years or more of experience in Drupal development.
• Five years or more of experience in web development using one or more content management systems.
• Proficiency with web editors, HTML, CSS, JavaScript. Experience working with file formats/prep for web-based images, video, and audio. Familiarity with web standards.
• Ability to provide technical service and support to diverse campus clients.
• Requires excellent troubleshooting skills.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with front-end frameworks such as React or Vue.js.
• Ability to provide technical service and support to diverse campus clients.
  
  

Working Environment

• Standard office environment
• Unexpected interruptions occur often, and the stress level is moderate to high.
• Noise level is quiet to moderate.
  
  

Physical Activities

• Ability to sit in front of a computer for an extended period of time.
• Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs.
  
  

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. evening and weekends as needed.

In accordance with the University's flexible work policy, this position is eligible to be considered for partial or full remote work. Further details regarding this plan will be determined with the hiring manager and are dependent on the division and team specific needs.

Application Deadline

For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) September 2, 2025.

Special Instructions

Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Salary Grade Number

The salary grade for the position is 12.

Salary Rate

The salary rate for this position is $85,000.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate's sex or any other protected status.

Benefits

The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

Please Include The Following Documents With Your Application

• Resume
• Cover Letter
  
  

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University's educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non‑Discrimination‑Statement.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.

To apply, visit https://jobs.du.edu/en-us/job/498267

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