Creative Web Developer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Position Summary

San Diego State University is seeking a detail-oriented and creative Web Developer I to support and maintain websites for the Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity. In this role, you'll help ensure web content is accessible, user-friendly, and aligned with university standards while collaborating with campus partners to enhance digital communications and user experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Website Development & Maintenance
  • Maintain and update OmniCMS-hosted websites, including content updates and site migrations.
  • Ensure websites meet accessibility, usability, and mobile responsiveness standards.
  • Manage site functionality, including redirects, calendars, and integrations.
• Content & Digital Communications
  • Support newsletter and email production using Salesforce.
  • Collaborate with content creators to improve site structure, navigation, and user experience.
  • Ensure alignment with SDSU brand and web standards.
• Accessibility, SEO & Optimization
  • Conduct accessibility reviews and implement improvements.
  • Support search engine optimization (SEO) strategies, Google Analytics and best practices.
  • Stay current on trends in UX, accessibility, and web design.
• Collaboration & Support
  • Partner with IT and campus stakeholders on web projects and enhancements.
  • Assist with digital initiatives, including graphics and web-related content.
  • Provide guidance and support to colleagues on web tools and processes.

Why Join Us?

• Creative impact - Shape the digital experience for students, families, and campus communities.
• Collaborative team - Work with marketing, communications, and IT professionals.
• Meaningful work - Support programs that enhance student success and well-being.
• Skill development - Grow your expertise in web development, UX, and accessibility.

As part of the California State University (CSU) system, San Diego State University helps power one of the largest and most impactful public university systems in the nation. See what it's like to work at the CSU-watch our video and imagine your future here: Working at the CSU.

Position Information

• Full-time, benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position.
• Position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
• Standard SDSU work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs. (Ability to work occasional weekends and evenings.)
• This position is eligible for telecommuting up to 2 days per week, following a training period during which on-site presence is required.

Department Summary

The Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs and Campus Diversity is responsible for the coordination and development of student services and building the inclusive excellence of SDSU's staff and faculty at San Diego State University. Departments include, but not limited to, Career Services; Center for Educational Opportunity Programs, Outreach and Success; Digital Marketing and Creative Services; Counseling & Psychological Services; Community Centers; Military Veterans Program; Orientation, Transition and Family Engagement ; Office of the Student Ombudsman; Residential Education; Resource Management; Student Disability Services; Student Health Services; Glazer Center; Student Activities and Organizations; Student Rights and Responsibilities; Testing Services Office; Well-being & Health Promotion; and programming related to Inclusive Excellence.

The Department of Communication Services/Digital Marketing and Creative Services develops, coordinates and executes communication efforts for the Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity and its departments. Digital Marketing and Creative Services creates print, electronic and social media communications that supports the division's mission and programs. The department also leads and supports more general student and family focused communications including internal and external communication, marketing, social media and other forms of digital communications, in collaboration with Strategic Communications and Public Affairs (Stratcomm).

For more information regarding the Department of Communication Services/Digital Marketing and Creative Services, click here.

Education and Experience

Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field. Relevant education and/or experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Key Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Foundational understanding of website structure, web development concepts, and general design principles.
• Familiarity with web technologies, design tools, and/or programming languages used in website development and maintenance.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate both independently and within a team environment.
• Creative problem-solving skills, adaptability, and willingness to learn new technologies.
• Experience supporting or maintaining a website and working within content management systems (CMS), including OmniCMS is preferred.
• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, web UX best practices, and web accessibility standards (WCAG 2.x and Section 508) is preferred.
• Experience using Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Lightroom) is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

Compensation:
Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience, in alignment with the department's budget and equity guidelines.

• Initial step placement is not expected to exceed Step 1 ($5,787/month).
• Salary step placement for internal applicants will follow the CSUEU Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,787-$8,430 per month (Step 1-Step 20).
• Future increases, including step advancements, are subject to contract negotiations

Full Benefits Package Includes:

• Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
• Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
• Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
• Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.

Our benefits are a significant part of total compensation. Learn more at the SDSU Benefits Overview.

SDSU Values

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.  Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment.  We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. 

SDSU's Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. 

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. 

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.

Supplemental Information

Apply by April 8, 2026, to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as-needed basis, and the position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. 

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. 

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended.  Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Livia Peeples at lpeeples@sdsu.edu.