Web Developer

Position Title
Web Developer

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Job Category: Academic Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Duties
Position Summary

The Web Developer is responsible for creative and technical development and maintenance of web sites and web applications for supported areas. Activities include development of web projects, content creation, commitment to visual integrity and the user experience, daily maintenance activities, error-logging and support requests, collaboration with L&S units, and planning of website revitalization. This role serves as a team member for web site production and development for College department and program web sites, as well as research web sites, operating under general supervision.

Web Site Design (40%)

Assume primary responsibilities on the development and implementation of web sites for multiple target audiences, creating and incorporating text, graphics, multimedia, social media, interactive forms, and data resources.

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 liaison and primary point of contact, escalating issues to other IT and business units as needed.

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

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, escalating or delegating issues as appropriate.

Compose news and events posts, proofread, edit, and adjust 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, delegating assignments and projects based on their specialized abilities and expertise.

Mentor and train new team members, fellows, and student employees; assist in recruitment and performance assessment.

Manage and contribute to technical projects and tasks toward established organizational and technical goals, documenting work activities, project plans, and technical information, and communicating this information to colleagues and clients.

Support and propose technical, operating, and organizational standards to advance team effectiveness; assist with coordinated campus web planning.

Collaborate with other staff in a team-based environment, sharing responsibilities for unit functions and participating in relevant meetings, project teams, and committees.

Work with campus IT staff to maintain and promote a body of knowledge through research, case studies, and practical demonstration projects.

Complete other duties and special projects as assigned.

Training and Professional Development (10%)

Maintain a broad knowledge of technology and specialized topics related to assigned projects and responsibilities; read professional literature and attend training sessions, conferences, and workshops.

Stay current on trends, methods, and technological advances in the industry, 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.

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

Contribute to website strategy and recommend changes to leadership.

Serve 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.

Monitor website use and trends, status of projects, and review work for completion and quality.

Evaluate and implement open source and commercial products to meet project needs.

Investigate, resolve, and recommend solutions to website problems and performance issues.

Design, develop, and deploy web applications and integrate databases based on relevant website coding scripts.

Compensation
$60,000 – $65,000 per year (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.

Equal Opportunity Employer & Reasonable Accommodations
UWM 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.

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 announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Legal Notices
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.

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.

For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (Clery Act), 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.

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.

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