Web Developer
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, Elkins Hills, NC, United States
Web Developer (Temporary)
Position Summary
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Temporary Web Developer to support website development and digital accessibility initiatives. This position will assist with maintaining and improving university web properties built on WordPress, ensuring content meets institutional standards for usability and accessibility. The developer will collaborate with staff to implement updates, improve site functionality, and help ensure digital materials comply with web accessibility standards.
Responsibilities
Maintain and update university websites built in WordPress, including content updates, layout adjustments, and troubleshooting.
Implement web design and development improvements to enhance usability, performance, and accessibility.
Ensure websites follow digital accessibility best practices (e.g., WCAG guidelines).
Conduct accessibility remediation for digital documents including PDFs, Word documents, and PowerPoint presentations.
Work with staff to identify and resolve accessibility or functionality issues.
Assist with testing and quality assurance across browsers and devices.
Document processes or updates as needed.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
High School or General Educational Development diploma and six months of experience.
Equivalent coursework in computer operations or information technology from a technical school or community college may be substituted for the required experience.
Journey level requires an additional six months of education or experience.
Advanced level requires an additional one year of education or experience.
Skills & Experience
Working knowledge of digital accessibility standards and best practices.
Familiarity with HTML, CSS, or basic web development principles.
Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining websites using content management systems such as WordPress.
Experience with WCAG 2.x accessibility guidelines.
Experience working in higher education or with large organizational websites which rely on teamwork and timely communications.
Experience with educational digital mediums such as Learning Management Systems (Canvas) or Office 365.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Position Summary
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Temporary Web Developer to support website development and digital accessibility initiatives. This position will assist with maintaining and improving university web properties built on WordPress, ensuring content meets institutional standards for usability and accessibility. The developer will collaborate with staff to implement updates, improve site functionality, and help ensure digital materials comply with web accessibility standards.
Responsibilities
Maintain and update university websites built in WordPress, including content updates, layout adjustments, and troubleshooting.
Implement web design and development improvements to enhance usability, performance, and accessibility.
Ensure websites follow digital accessibility best practices (e.g., WCAG guidelines).
Conduct accessibility remediation for digital documents including PDFs, Word documents, and PowerPoint presentations.
Work with staff to identify and resolve accessibility or functionality issues.
Assist with testing and quality assurance across browsers and devices.
Document processes or updates as needed.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
High School or General Educational Development diploma and six months of experience.
Equivalent coursework in computer operations or information technology from a technical school or community college may be substituted for the required experience.
Journey level requires an additional six months of education or experience.
Advanced level requires an additional one year of education or experience.
Skills & Experience
Working knowledge of digital accessibility standards and best practices.
Familiarity with HTML, CSS, or basic web development principles.
Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining websites using content management systems such as WordPress.
Experience with WCAG 2.x accessibility guidelines.
Experience working in higher education or with large organizational websites which rely on teamwork and timely communications.
Experience with educational digital mediums such as Learning Management Systems (Canvas) or Office 365.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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