Front End Developer for the Office of the Provost

Front End Developer for the Office of the ProvostWe are looking for a front‑end developer to manage website development and content for the Office of the Provost, ensuring accuracy, accessibility, and a consistent, engaging user experience.Job SummaryResponsible for creating, managing, enhancing and improving the code and front‑end systems for a number of websites managed by or affiliated with the Office of the Provost.Duties & ResponsibilitiesWebsite ProjectsManage development, coordination and approvals for regular website projects.Consult with stakeholders to maintain awareness of critical and emerging issues.Ensure pieces maintain and strengthen Illinois brand standards.Manage and track a digital calendar of website projects.Audit current website activities and determine what should continue or sunset.Represent the Office of the Provost in the Illinois Web Implementation Guidelines Group and the IT Accessibility Liaison Program.Cultivate and maintain relationships with campus web developer community.Assist Director of CommunicationsSupport the Communications project intake and strategy for website portions.Take guidance from the Executive Vice Provost on project planning and priorities.Lead strategy and production for Office of the Provost projects.Translate UI and UX designs into responsive, accessible solutions.Employ best‑practice web standards and conduct user‑testing on all new releases.Website Content EditsWork closely with stakeholders for any website‑related content changes.Specialty FactorsHigh school diploma or equivalent.Two years of work experience in IT‑related functions such as programming, network design, IT systems integration, or closely related fields.Demonstrated experience in developing websites, themes, templates or solutions.Preferred QualificationsBachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, web development or a related field.Experience creating websites for diverse audiences.Broad, general knowledge of higher education and understanding of university academic and administrative structure.Experience creating and editing websites using University of Illinois Urbana‑Champaign templates and best practices.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesExcellent web development skills.Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot HTML and CSS problems.Substantial knowledge of browser testing and debugging with excellent problem‑solving skills.Proficient in cross‑browser compatibility issues and workarounds.Understanding of best practices for accessible and responsive web design.Ability to manage website projects.Professionalism and ability to interact with senior administrative and academic officials.Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic, team‑based environment involving diverse stakeholders.Ability to work under tight deadline pressure.Self‑motivated, independent, exercising good judgment and prioritizing tasks.Prepared to respond quickly to fast‑breaking developments, possibly working away from the office.Exercising excellent judgment and discretion.Appointment InformationThis is a 100% full‑time Civil Service 5031 - Information Technology Technical Associate position, appointed on a 12‑month basis. Expected start date is as soon as possible after the closing date. Salary is $50,000 - $70,000. This position is not eligible for work‑authorization sponsorship.Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.#J-18808-Ljbffr