Web Developer - Level Open Job at University of North Alabama in North Florence

Salary: Depends on Qualifications Location : Florence, Alabama Job Type: Staff Division: Academic Affairs Department: Enrollment Marketing & Digital Communications Opening Date: 10/30/2024 FLSA: Determined by Position Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. The posted salary and/or position title may be adjusted dependent on the successful candidate's education, experience, and unique qualifications as they relate to the position. Description This position is responsible for the development, maintenance, and management of university websites. Depending upon the level of the successful candidate, this position may be entry-level, mid-level, or senior level. Entry-level candidates will work under the supervision of senior team members to assist with development, maintenance, and management of university websites while performing web design, coding, and testing tasks to gain hands-on experience and expand their technical skillset. Mid-level candidates will work with a team of marketing and communications professionals to develop, manage, and maintain university websites and environments through the performance of web design, development, deployment, and maintenance activities. Senior level candidates will oversee the development, management, and enhancement of university web properties. Responsibilities include leading projects, collaborating with key stakeholders, and ensuring that all digital communications align with strategic goals. This position will serve as an expert in web technologies, guiding the implementation of best practices, and driving innovation in digital projects. Final title, salary grade, and salary will depend upon the successful candidate's education and experience. This position is on site. Selected candidates will be required to be on campus. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Essential Job Duties Entry-Level Assist in designing, creating, modifying, and maintaining university-affiliated websites; Collaborate with senior developers and stakeholders to implement website features and updates; Perform basic coding tasks using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to enhance user experience; Conduct testing and debugging of web applications across various browsers and devices; Assist in content management system (CMS) tasks, including content updates and minor configuration changes; Provide basic support and training to users on CMS usage and website best practices; Keep up to date regarding basic web development trends and best practices; Perform all other duties as assigned. Mid-Level Design, create, modify, and maintain university-affiliated websites; Collaborate with stakeholders to create engaging websites, applications, and services for internal and external audiences; Develop, test, and debug web applications in various browsers and devices; Enhance and modify applications, as necessary, to ensure optimal user experiences; Assist in the management of the CMS and serve as an expert resource for key stakeholders; Provide the university community with training on CMS usage and website best practices; Provide customer service to ensure digital content and communication efforts meet university standards; Serve as a source of expertise regarding new and existing web-related projects; Ensure web-based content meets or exceeds accessibility guidelines; Perform all other duties as assigned. Senior Level Lead the design, creation, modification, and maintenance of complex university-affiliated websites and applications; Collaborate with leadership and stakeholders to develop and execute digital strategies that meet institutional goals; Oversee the development and testing of web applications, ensuring they are optimized for various browsers and devices; Lead the management and customization of enterprise-level content management systems (CMS), such as Cascade or Omni CMS; Provide advanced training and support to team members and stakeholders on CMS usage and web development best practices; Ensure all web-based content complies with accessibility standards and best practices; Mentor and guide other staff, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment; Stay ahead of emerging web development trends and technologies, implementing innovative solutions that enhance user experience and site performance; Perform all other duties as assigned. ADDITIONAL DUTIES: Entry-Level Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for improving web projects; Continuously develop technical skills through training and hands-on experience. Mid-Level Maintain and enhance knowledge of trends, standards, and best practices related to web-based programming languages and online communications. Senior Level Drive continuous improvement in web development processes and methodologies. Represent the web development team in cross-departmental meetings and initiatives. Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Entry-Level High School diploma/equivalent is required; Some related college-level coursework is preferred; Basic knowledge of HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript is required; Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) such as WordPress or similar platforms is preferred; Mid-Level High School diploma/equivalent is required; Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred; Minimum of two years of related work experience is required; Advanced level experience with HTML5 and CSS is required; Working experience of jQuery, JavaScript, PHP, and MySQL is required; Some experience with XML and XSLT is preferred; Experience developing in/for enterprise-level CMS (e.g., Cascade, Omni), preferred; Experience developing in/for WordPress is preferred; Senior Level Bachelor's degree in a related field is required; Master's degree in a related field or over six years of experience is preferred; Minimum of five years of experience in web development, with a focus on leading digital projects is required; Advanced proficiency in HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript is required; Experience in related technologies is preferred; Extensive experience with CMS, particularly in higher education or enterprise environments, is preferred; Experience mentoring junior developers is required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team; Excellent collaborator and communicator; Ability to interact effectively with technical and non-technical users to successfully execute web projects in support of marketing and business development goals; Ability to effectively communicate project status, issues, and resolutions; Fluency in industry best practices, tools, and techniques for site optimization, and the capacity to successfully prioritize and implement improvements; Ability to develop effective and engaging user interfaces and user experiences; Ability to evaluate user behavior and apply insights to develop more user-friendly experiences; Ability to identify and implement process improvements; Senior Level Leadership skills; Ability to mentor junior developers. Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants must upload a resume and provide contact information for at least three professional references at the time of application. For questions, please email employmentuna.edu or call 256.765.4291 and select option 2. UNA is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving excellence and strength through diversity. UNA seeks a wide range of applicants for this position so that one of our core values, ethnic and cultural diversity, will be affirmed. UNA is a smoke-free campus. Staff Benefit Summary - For more details regarding each benefit listed below, please visit the HR website at or click on the links below. UNA has a fully-insured group health insurance program with , which includes medical, prescription drug, vision, psychiatric, and substance abuse benefits for full-time university employees, and their eligible dependents. The University covers the full individual premium for eligible employees. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama Health/Vision/RX - Monthly Premiums Tier Employee Cost UNA Cost Total Premium Employee $0.00 $557.95 $557.95 Child(ren) $362.65 $557.95 $920.60 Spouse $557.94 $557.95 $1,115.89 Spouse & Child(ren) $641.08 $557.95 $1,199.03 UNA also provides dental coverage through The University covers the full individual premium for eligible employees. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama Dental - Monthly Premiums Tier Employee Cost UNA Cost Total Premium Employee $0.00 $27.54 $27.54 Family $36.34 $27.54 $63.88 UNA provides all eligible employees with basic life insurance at no cost to the employee. The basic life coverage level is 1.5 times the covered employee's annual base salary with a maximum benefit of $400,000. Included with your basic life coverage is Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage at 3 times the covered employee's annual salary. The provider for this coverage is As a member of the , eligible employees have life benefits available through the TRS. Also, for eligible active employees, a death benefit of the payment of accrued sick leave is paid to the employee's beneficiary by the University. This coverage provides benefits after a 90-day period of disability. The monthly benefit is 60% of the covered employee's monthly base salary not to exceed $10,000 per month. The cost for this benefit is paid in full by the University for eligible employees and the provider for this coverage is Retirement Plans The is a defined benefit plan in which participation is mandatory for eligible employees. Eligible employees are categorized by the TRS as Tier I or Tier II members. Rates below are effective as of October 1, 2023 Tier I - Employee contribution rate is 7.5% for regular employees and 8.5% for law enforcement employees. Tier II - Employee contribution rate is 6.2% for regular employees and 7.0% for law enforcement employees. - this retirement plan is a voluntary, supplemental, deferred compensation plan. - this plan is a voluntary, supplemental, deferred compensation plan offered by the Retirement Systems of Alabama. The University provide a $6.00 per month credit to eligible employees to offset the cost(s) for supplemental, voluntary benefits. All full-time regular employees are eligible for this benefit on the first day of the month following the completion of 90 days of employment. Flexible Spending Accounts - HealthEquity Cancer Insurance - Allstate Short-Term Disability Insurance - Fort Dearborn Life Life Insurance - Symetra Accident Coverage - Symetra Critical Illness Insurance - Symetra Hospital Indemnity Coverage - Symetra Vision Insurance - VSP Air Evac Lifeteam Long-Term Care Insurance - LTCi Plans UNA provides remission of tuition to eligible employees and to their spouses and qualified dependent children. Paid Time Off - Annual leave is accrued for each hour worked. During the first 2 years of employment, the accrual is 10 workdays. After completion of 2 years of continuous service, eligible employees are entitled to 12 days of annual leave and, for each additional year of service, annual leave is increased by one day per year to a maximum of 20 days after 10 years. - Full-time regular staff members are entitled to 96 work hours (12 workdays) of sick leave each year at the employee's regular rate of pay regardless of length of service. - Full-time, regular staff employees are eligible for paid holidays. 01 Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent? Yes No 02 Do you have a bachelor's degree in a related field? No No, but I have completed some college coursework. Yes No, but I have a master's degree or higher in a related field. 03 Do you have a master's degree or over six years of directly related experience? No, I do not have a master's degree or over six years of directly related experience. Yes, I have a master's degree. Yes, I have over six years of related experience. 04 How many years of related experience do you have? None Two years or less. More than two to five years. More than five years. 05 Please select any/all of the sentences below that most closely match your level of experience. Basic knowledge of HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript. Advanced level of experience with HTML5 and CSS. Working experience of jQuery, JavaScript, PHP, and MySQL. Advanced experience with JavaScript and related technologies. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) such as WordPress or similar platforms Experience developing in/for an enterprise-level CMS such as Cascade or Omni. Experience developing in/for WordPress. Extensive experience with CMS, in a higher education and/or enterprise environment. 06 Do you have experience mentoring junior developers? No Yes Required Question