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Position Summary

The Web Designeris responsible forcreative and technical development and maintenance of web sites and web applications for supported areas. Activities will includethe development of web projects, content creation, commitment to visual integrity and the user experience, daily maintenance activities, error-loggingand support requests, collaborating with L&S units, and the planning of website revitalization. This person serves as a team member for web site production and development forCollegedepartment and program web sites, as well as research web sites.This positionoperatesunder general supervision.

This position works closely with peer developers, project teams, technical specialists, and client liaisons to support the varied instructional, advising, research, and business functions of campus clients toassistwith their mission to deliver excellence in education, service, and innovation.

• Assume primary responsibilities on the development and implementation of web sites for multiple target audiences. Create and incorporate text, graphics, multimedia, social media, interactive forms, and data resourcesinweb sites.

• Conduct needs assessment,determinerequirements, and develop solutions to meet client needs and/or project goals. Consult with staff and clients toidentifyformat, audience, and siteobjectives.

• Work with faculty and staff to obtain and recommend solutions for needs.Act as their liaison and representative, seamlessly delivering comprehensive support by escalating issues to other IT and business units whileremainingtheir primary point of contact.

• Develop andmaintainrelationships with keydepartmental, campus, and technicalstaff that can help with advice and planning.Assess needs, document requirements, address complaints, and advocate for solutions.

• Research design ideas to develop the best creative approach and concepts for style, technique, and production methods.

• Optimizeusability of websites through responsive design techniques, usability testing, performance analytics, and standardizedapplication frameworks. Ensure adherence toUWM Web development standards and framework, UWM branding requirements, and W3C and accessibility best practices in the design of all sites.

Web Site Maintenance (35%)

• Assume primary responsibilities for the maintenance and updating of websites within the College. Review and respond to support requests in an effective andtimelymanner. Escalate or delegate issues to other staff asappropriate.

• Regular application of excellent writing skills for composing news and events posts while proofing, editing, and adjusting existing text for clarity and readability.

• Provide technicalassistanceandinformation to clients about software functionality,techniques, and advisabilityofgraphic design, document production,andweb-related software.

• Act aslead stakeholder in the application of UWM Web Governance standards across L&S Websites

Organizational Activities and Project Management (15%)

• Provide leadership and direction to student staff, and delegate assignments/projects based upon analysis of their specialized abilities andexpertise.

• Mentor and train new team members, fellow staff, and student employees.Assistin the recruitment of staff andthe assessmentof staff performance.

• Manage and contribute to technical projects and tasks working toward established organizational and technical goals. Document work activities, project plans, and technical information; communicate associated information to colleagues and clients. Prepare special reports, reviews, and recommendations as requested.

• Support and propose technical, operating, and organizational standards to contribute to the effectiveness of the team and organization.Assistwith coordinated campuswebplanning for the needs of supported areas.

• Collaborate with other staff in a team-based environment and share responsibilities for everyday unit functions. Participate inappropriate unitand campus-wide meetings, project teams, and committees.

• Work with other campus IT staff tomaintainand promote a body of knowledge through research, case studies, and practical demonstration projects for use by IT staff and other functional units.

• Complete other dutiesand specialprojectsasassigned.

Training and Professional Development (10%)

• Maintaina broadknowledge oftechnology as well asspecialized topicsrelated to assigned projects and responsibilities. Read professional literatureand attend training sessions, conferences, and workshops to improve knowledgeon the same.

• Maintain current awareness of trends, methods, and technological advances in the industry and profession, especially as they relate to assignedprojects and responsibilities.

• Acquireandmaintaincomprehensive knowledge of the University's business processes, theneedsand capabilities of the academic and business units,and how university processes are supported by UWM's information systems and other resources.

• Research, test, and propose new and emerging technologies to improve functionality, reliability, and performance for UWM computing.

• Develop andmaintaingood customer service, collaborative, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to develop Web sites compatible with target audiences and their needs.

• Prior work experience in a higher education setting.

• Demonstrated ability to manage web content and page navigation withinWordpress.

• Twoor more years' professional experience withmanaging web accessibilitystandards.

• Experience in collaborating,overseeingand promoting professional quality web content.