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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.
Job Summary
Reports to : Digital Marketing Director
Supervisory Responsibility : N / A
Indirect Supervisory Responsibility : N / A
Essential Duties
- 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.
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
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 Experience
Familiarity with higher education, nonprofit, or mission-driven organizations.Experience working in cross-functional teams involving marketing, admissions, and IT.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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.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.
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