Web Developer I - FE/UI Institutional Advancement

Web Developer I - FE/UI Institutional Advancement

Position Category: Staff - Full-Time

Summary:
The Web Frontend/UI Developer works in collaboration with Web Architects and Web Programmers to ensure that all UVU public and intranet web sites/systems are functioning correctly. This position also works with departments across campus to support and develop web pages and systems based on department needs within campus standards.

UVU offers an excellent benefits package which includes a generous leave policy, 12 paid holidays, affordable medical and dental insurance options, life and AD&D insurance, tuition waiver (undergraduate resident) for employee and dependents and substantial employer contribution to a retirement plan.


Required Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited institution with a bachelor’s degree in a related field and one years of experience related to the summary of duties; OR an associate’s degree and three years of experience related to the summary of duties; OR any combination of education and/or experience related to the summary of duties totaling five years.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge:

• Experience with web design concepts (with a visual eye for design) and how front and backend technologies impact the design process.
• Experience with front-end solutions including HTML/CSS templates, responsive/adaptive design, JavaScript/jQuery and AJAX code and rich media production and integration.
• Experience with documentation of user-centeric design methodologies, style guides, web standards, and web technologies/languages best practices.
• Experience with facilitating usability testing and review of usability testing results.
• Knowledge of HTML/CSS template builds from design documentation for integration into interactive desktop and mobile websites, web applications and software based GUIs.
• Knowledge of code and design quality through the execution of test plans including cross-browser and cross-platform quality testing.
• Knowledge of web solutions using AJAX, PHP, XML, JSON, SOAP, etc.
• Responsive/Adaptive knowledge.
• AJAX Knowledge.
• PHP Scripting knowledge.
• SEO Knowledge.
• Knowledge of best practices for user experience
• Understanding or experience working with graphic designers and marketing leaders to generate and implement content within best practices and for a strong call-to-action
• Knowledge of ways to measure to ascertain impact of web development efforts

Skills:

• HTML advanced skills.
• CSS3 advanced skills.
• CMS advanced skills.
• Javascript and jQuery skills.
• Strong track record of success interacting with customers and in customer service settings.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
• Ability to communicate clearly and exercise effective interpersonal, problem-solving, team-oriented, and decision-making skills where a certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.

Abilities:

• Ability to resolve problems by thinking logically, identify tasks, and develop modular programming steps.
• Ability to follow directions and working under supervision.
• Ability to maintain current industry standards and trends by attending training and conferences; reading technical material; and corresponding with other professionals through the use of list services, networks, and bulletin boards.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively when needed.
• Ability to collaborate, receive constructive criticism, and desire to meet best practices.

Preferred Qualifications:
N/A


Physical Requirements:
Work is performed in a normal office environment.


Benefits Summary:
UVU offers an excellent benefits package which includes a generous leave policy, 12 paid holidays, affordable medical and dental insurance options, life and AD&D insurance, tuition waiver (undergraduate resident) for employee and dependents and substantial employer contribution to a retirement plan.


FLSA: Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $45,483 - $56,854, annually

Advertisement Number: STA11321
Open Date: 03/08/2021
Review Start Date: 03/14/2021
Close Date: 6/30/2021
Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant:

To apply, visit: https://www.uvu.jobs/postings/21693

Employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant’s qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.


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