Web And User Experience Designer
University of Wisconsin - Madison, Wisconsin, us, 53774![University of Wisconsin](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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The Web and User Experience Designer assists with user research and user-centered web content design. Collaborating with marketing, content strategy, design, and development teams, you will leverage analytics, user testing data, and best practices to understand target audiences and translate client goals into user-friendly, accessible digital content that supports the school's mission: advancing health and health equity through remarkable service to patients and communities, outstanding education, and innovative research.
This position includes on-site work in Madison, Wisconsin with hybrid work flexibility; generous vacation and paid time off; competitive insurance; and retirement benefits.Responsibilities: Develops and designs the user interface and overall user experience for websites and applications. May train staff and direct the work of others. Contributes to digital media strategic initiatives and serves as a subject matter expert regarding website design and layout.25% Develops and designs the overall navigation flow, layout of specific pages, and creation of individual graphic elements; ensures that all design elements, templates, and finished solutions work within a variety of browser types and screen settings along with the constraints set by development and design20% Provides design maintenance of websites and other electronic publications and applications20% Develops and implements strategic digital media initiatives, priorities, objectives, and best practices in collaboration with leadership and other functional work units15% Implements graphical and style standards for web sites5% Serves as a subject matter expert and unit liaison to other departments to design graphics and layouts15% Conducts usability, accessibility and quality assurance testing and remediates issuesInstitutional Statement on Diversity:Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and InclusionEducation:PreferredAssociate's DegreePreferred focus in graphic design, web design, human-computer interaction, user experience design, computer science or related fieldQualifications:Required Skills, Experience, Qualifications:-Minimum 2 years of professional experience designing web pages in WordPress or other content management systems (CMS)
Preferred Skills, Experience, Qualifications:-Excellent understanding of user-centered design principles and best practices-Strong understanding of graphic design principles including typography, color theory, layout, and visual hierarchy-Familiarity with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) AA Requirements-Demonstrated commitment to web accessibility, inclusivity, and best practices-Experience using Google Tag Manager and Google Analytics to gain qualitative insights into user behavior-Basic understanding of front-end implementation (HTML, CSS) and/or the desire to learn and grow these skills
Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:-Familiarity with search engine optimization methodologies-Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines-Ability to work collaboratively, communicate effectively, and build relationships with stakeholders-Ability to work within existing brand and editorial guidelines-Familiarity with project management tools such as Asana, Monday.com, JIRA, or TrelloWork Type:Full Time: 100%
This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.Appointment Type, Duration:Ongoing/RenewableSalary:Minimum
$60,000 ANNUAL (12 months)Depending on QualificationsEmployees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/).
SMPH Academic Staff Benefits flyer: (https://uwmadison.box.com/s/r50myohfvfd15bqltljn0g4laubuz7t0)Additional Information:University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. This position is an ongoing position that will require continuous work eligibility. UW-Madison is not an E-Verify employer, and therefore, is not eligible to employ F1 STEM OPT Extension participants. If you are selected for this position you must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work.How to Apply:To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload a cover letter and resume highlighting your experience and skills as they relate to the listed qualifications for this position. References will be requested from finalists later in the recruitment process.
Please provide 3-5 work samples demonstrating your user-centered web design skills. You may add URLs and details at the end of your cover letter or upload files with your online application. Briefly explain your role and contributions to each project.Contact:Kim Mcfarlanekmmcfarlane@wisc.edu608-263-1130Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.Official Title:Web Designer(CM022)Department(s):A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/ADMIN/DEANS OFFICEEmployment Class:Academic Staff-RenewableJob Number:304236-AS