Full-Stack Web Designer Job at Colorado Mesa University in Grand Junction

ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY Full-Stack Web Designer ABOUT THIS POSITION Summary: As an integral part of Colorado Mesa University's in-house marketing communications team, the Full-Stack Web Designer oversees the Colorado Mesa University website and other digital communications by performing the following duties personally or through collaboration with other department supervisors or employees. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Develops, designs, implements and maintains the CMU website by employing cutting-edge technology and fostering consistency in the appearance and message delivered. Enhances the website by incorporating new features (from concept and design through front-end and CMS development and deployment), creates and maintains site functionality through strategic architecture development, and fosters consistency in the appearance and message delivered. Creates graphic designs that support interactive content. Provides web design and execution with an emphasis on functionality and hierarchy. Maintains and participates in the on-going development of a template-based site with a content management system that includes information architecture, project management, usability, brand management and site maintenance. Incorporates data-driven decisions into information architecture, user experience, user interaction and design. Determines user needs and goals with a focus on UX experience, design and overall usability, and works to create and execute strategies to implement new functionality. Evaluates website and digital communication effectiveness by conducting surveys of users, A/B testing of alternative digital approaches, focus groups and other marketing communication tools. Integrates content personalization into design. Evaluates code to ensure compliance web accessibility guidelines and SEO best practices. Modifies the CMU website to focus on the user experience and overall usability. Conducts user testing as needed and implements best practices for UX design. Monitors and ensures website usability, compatibility, performance and visual consistency on all commonly used web browsers, operating systems, and mobile devices. Provides training to user community in the use of web content management system and supporting tools and best practices for web content to conform to web accessibility and search engine optimization. Creates training materials and documentation as needed. Assists with the design and development of the University's internal portal, MAVzone. Provides support for additional CMU properties, including but not limited to supportingcmu.org and CMUMavericks.com. Supports other forms of digital communications such as HTML emails and digital signage. Leads and/or participates in various councils/meetings as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Required: Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university plus five years proven experience in website design and development. Solid design experience with cross-browser platform compatibility. Proficiency in HTML, CSS and Javascript/jquery. Content Management System experience and experience designing and deploying content for mobile devices. Preferred Qualifications: Three years working knowledge of and proficiency with recognized industry software applications such as Dreamweaver, or other coding software, Photoshop and Illustrator with an understanding of design and delivery to the web. Experience working in higher education or another large, complex organization. Salary: $56,000.00 - 62,000.00. Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information Department: Colorado Mesa University Employment Type: Administrative HOW TO APPLY Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by 11/10/2024. How to Apply: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a: • Cover letter • Resume • Include the name, phone number, email address and relationship of at least three professional references who can attest to your ability to perform the job you are applying for. Professional references should include at least one current or former supervisor. Professional reference may also include current or former employers, colleagues or other professionals who have first-hand knowledge and can recommend you for employment. • Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire) Direct Inquiries Contact: Andrea Keck, askeckcoloradomesa.edu ABOUT COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY Colorado Mesa University provides exceptional educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus located in Grand Junction. As western Colorado's largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction, its satellite campus in Montrose, its community college, Western Colorado Community College and via online offerings. Founded in 1925, it's a dynamic university enrolling more than 11,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate and graduate levels. At the heart of the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they'll encounter in life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that support students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands. The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you won't have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, and rafting. In addition to a mountain resort that's less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorado's best kept secrets. Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education. Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed.