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Description

JOB SUMMARY  

The primary role of the Web Developer is to develop and maintain the university's online presence, ensuring that all university websites are user-friendly, visually appealing, and aligned with branding and marketing strategies. The Web Developer collaborates closely with the marketing team, designers, content creators, and IT professionals to create a dynamic and engaging web experience for prospective students, current students, faculty, alumni, and other key stakeholders.
 

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS 

Reports to: Digital Marketing Director

Supervisory Responsibility: N/A  

Indirect Supervisory Responsibility: N/A

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but is not limited to the following: 

• Develop and maintain responsive websites for the university, including the main website, departmental websites, landing pages, and microsites.
• Collaborate with the marketing team and designers to translate design mockups into functional web pages using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Oversee integration of University website with sales CRM.
• Ensure that all websites and web applications are optimized for speed, performance, and accessibility, following best practices and standards.
• Implement SEO best practices to improve the visibility and ranking of our websites in search engine results pages
• Integrate third-party tools, plugins, and APIs as needed to enhance website functionality and user experience.
• Conduct thorough testing and troubleshooting of websites across various browsers, devices, and platforms to ensure compatibility and consistency.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging web technologies, trends, and best practices, and recommend new tools and techniques to enhance our web development processes.
• Collaborate with the IT department to ensure the security and integrity of our websites and web applications, including implementing appropriate security measures and protocols.
• Provide technical support and training to content creators and website administrators as needed.
• Assist in the development and implementation of website analytics and tracking solutions to measure and analyze website performance and user behavior.

ADDITIONAL/NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES 

N/A

All remaining duties are considered "nonessential" within the context of the ADA, which means that the function could be reassigned to another employee in order to allow a disabled individual to hold the position.  Alternatively, the manager could try to provide a reasonable accommodation so that the disabled individual could perform the function.

LOCATION 

Lakeland Downtown Offices  

Qualifications

EDUCATION   

Required Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, Information Technology, or a related field

Preferred Education:

Master's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, Information Technology, or a related field

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

N/A

EXPERIENCE 

Required:

Minimum of 5 years of proven experience as a web developer, with a strong portfolio of web projects demonstrating proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and responsive design.
 

Preferred:

• Familiarity with higher education, nonprofit, or mission-driven organizations.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams involving marketing, admissions, and IT.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Required:

• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and responsive design.
• Experience with content management systems (e.g., WordPress, Drupal) and version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Familiarity with web design principles, UI/UX best practices, and graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with the ability to troubleshoot and debug issues efficiently.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work
  effectively in a team environment and interact with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for higher education and a commitment to delivering high-quality web experiences that support the university's mission and goals.
   

Preferred:

• Familiarity with CRM systems and their integration with web platforms (e.g., Salesforce, Element451).
• Experience with SEO best practices and web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) is a plus.
• Knowledge of web accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) and experience in implementing accessible web design is preferred.
   

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, and harassment, including sexual harassment. 

• This position is considered non-essential  for the purposes of Emergency Response.

Physical Requirements: 

N/A

Travel:

No 

Schedule:

Regularly Monday to Friday, 9 am–5 pm, with occasional evenings and weekends based on project deadlines and University events.
 

TRAINING

All new hires and employees transferring into a new position will have a 90-day probationary period within which to learn the functions of the job and to be evaluated. Following the probationary period, the employee can transition to regular status, have the probationary period extended in order to receive more training, or employment can be terminated. Required compliance training is as follows:

SEU Onboarding, SEU Creative Team Onboarding

SAFETY 

• SEU promotes a safe working environment. Employees are responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently, and supervisors are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment. 
• Employees must report any unsafe work conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incidents, to their supervisor and Risk Management. 
• Work-related injuries must be immediately reported to Security and Human Resources. When life or limb are at risk, please dial 911. Supervisors and employees should ensure that injury/accident reports are submitted to the Office of Human Resources within 24 hours of the incident. 
• Emergency Employees report for or must remain at work in emergency situations.  Dismissal or closure announcements do not apply to this position unless instructed otherwise by your direct supervisor or a member of the Leadership Team.  

SCREENING

All full-time positions at SEU are deemed security-sensitive and require background checks. Employees required to drive their own personal vehicle, a rental car or an SEU vehicle in the performance of their duties must pass an MVR records check and meet the requirements of the University’s insurance carrier in order to meet the requirements of the position.

DISCLAIMER

SEU is an at-will employer.  This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

SEU is committed to providing a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. All forms of discrimination against or harassment of a person because of his or her identification within a protected category are strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated. This prohibition applies equally to conduct by and against employees, vendors, visitors, and students.

Southeastern University is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. The equal opportunity policy will apply in University programs and activities, and all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. All employees of Southeastern University, by continued employment, agree to abide by the policies contained in the Employee Handbook and in the SEU Mission, Vision, Statement of Faith and Community Covenant.