Senior Create Website Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $21.24 - $34.38 Annually
Location : Florence, Alabama
Job Type: Staff
Division: Business & Financial Affairs
Department: ERP Services
Opening Date: 04/27/2026
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. Sponsorship is not available for any staff positions and unless otherwise indicated within the posting information and is not available for most faculty positions.
Description
This position is responsible for the development, maintenance, and management of university web services functions. Depending upon the applicable level of the successful candidate, this position may be entry-, mid-, or senior level. Final title, salary grade, and salary will depend upon the successful candidate's education and experience.
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 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 involve leading projects, collaborating with key stakeholders, and ensuring that all digital communication aligns with the university's strategic goals. This position serves as a primary 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. The selected candidate 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 web pages;
• 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 web pages;
• Collaborate with stakeholders to create 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, modifications, and maintenance of complex university-affiliated websites and applications;
• Collaborate with stakeholders to execute digital strategies that meet institutional goals;
• Coordinate development and testing of web applications, ensuring optimization for various browsers/devices;
• Support the management and customization of the University's CMS;
• Provide advanced training and support to team members and stakeholders regarding CMS usage and web development best practices;
• Ensure all web-based content complies with current and ongoing accessibility standards and best practices;
• Mentor and guide junior developers;
• 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
Entry-Level

• High School diploma/equivalent is required;
• Some related college-level coursework is preferred;
• Basic knowledge of HTML5, CSS, PHP, MySQL, jQuery, and JavaScript is preferred;
• 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;
• Proficiency 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 such as WordPress is preferred;

Senior Level

• Minimum of five years of experience in web development or related field, with a focus or leading digital projects is required;
• Advanced proficiency in HTML5, CSS, PHP, MySQL, jQuery, and JavaScript is required;
• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field is preferred;
• Experience in related technologies is preferred;
• Extensive experience with CMS, particularly in higher education or enterprise environments is preferred;
• Experience mentoring junior developers is preferred.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS:
None
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Creative, resourceful, and flexible team player;
• Excellent collaborator and communicator;
• Ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical users to appropriate communicate goals and project tasks;
• 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;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality;
• Strong organizational skills;
• Ability to adapt and upgrade skills to meet changing job conditions;
• Strong problem-solving skills;
• Ability to work within time constraints;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to communicate effectively to instruct or train others through explanation and/or demonstration;
• Ability to interact effectively with a diverse array of students, fellow employees, and external constituents;
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills;
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions, inquiries, and /or complaints;

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 employment@una.edu or call 256.765.4291 and select option #2.
UNA is an equal opportunity employer. We seek a wide range of applicants for our positions so that our core values will be affirmed.
Staff Benefit Summary - For more details regarding each benefit listed below, please visit the HR website at or click on the links below. The benefits premiums listed below are effective March 1, 2026.
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 $728.36 $728.36
+Child(ren) $423.42 $778.36 $1,201.78
+Spouse $678.36 $778.36 $1,456.72
+Spouse & Child(ren) $786.88 $778.36 $1,565.24
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 $29.61 $29.61
Family $39.07 $29.61 $68.68
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, 2025

• 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 - Vision Blue by 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.
Miscellaneous Benefits
01
Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02
Select the sentence below that most closely matches your post high school education level.

• None
• Some college-level coursework completed.
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Higher-Level Degree

03
What is your level of HTML5 knowledge?

• None
• Basic knowledge of HTML5.
• Proficient/competent knowledge of HTML5.
• Advanced knowledge of HTML5.

04
What is your level of CSS knowledge?

• None
• Basic knowledge of CSS.
• Proficient/competent knowledge of CSS.
• Advanced knowledge of CSS.

05
What is your level of PHP knowledge?

• None
• Basic knowledge of PHP.
• Proficient/competent knowledge of PHP.
• Advanced knowledge of PHP.

06
What is your level of MySQL knowledge?

• None
• Basic knowledge of MySQL.
• Proficient/competent knowledge of MySQL.
• Advanced knowledge of MySQL.

07
What is your level of jQuery knowledge?

• None
• Basic knowledge of jQuery.
• Proficient/competent knowledge of jQuery.
• Advanced knowledge of jQuery.