IT Web Designer / Developer I

Posting Details

Request to Recruit

Location

Boone, NC

Faculty Rank

No

Provide Rank

N/A

Position Number

098001

Department

University Communications - 540000

Description of University

Appalachian State University, in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls more than 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors.

Position Summary Information

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in information technology or related field, from an accredited institution of higher education. Related information technology experience may be substituted year-for-year for the required education.
• 1-2 years experience using a web content management system.
• Fluency in HTML and CSS.
• Have familiarity with Adobe Photoshop or another graphics editing platform.
• Capable of both contributing to large projects as part of a team and working on individual projects with minimal supervision.
• Ability to and willingness to work in a customer service role with website stakeholders.

License/Certification Required

None.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with Drupal and/or WordPress content management systems.
• Demonstrated history of working as an effective team member, meeting deadlines with high-quality work.
• Demonstrated history of success in a customer service position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The web area of University Communications is tasked with building and managing strategic university websites; providing hosting, training and support for the university’s content management systems; and providing consulting in content development, design, usability and accessibility to official university departments and offices.

The IT Web Designer / Developer I will work as part of a high-performing, detail oriented and user-experience-focused team to build and maintain official university websites utilizing the university’s versions of the Drupal and WordPress content management systems and provide support for the stakeholders of university websites.

Work will include:

• updating content, developing navigation and content procedures, designing layouts, troubleshooting issues and problems, conducting one-on-one consultations with stakeholders and performing periodic content, usability and accessibility reviews of university websites.
• duties also include the migration of university websites from a deprecated content management system into supported university content management systems.

About the department: University Communications (UComm) is a unit that reports to the Vice Chancellor of External Affairs and Strategic Initiatives and Chief of Staff. The unit is responsible for Chancellor and Vice Chancellor communications and communication strategy, and managing the reputation of Appalachian State University. Its mission is to share the unique essence and energy of Appalachian and its people through strategic, creative and dynamic communications that promote the university and its many constituents. UComm creates promotional materials for recruitment and fundraising purposes, as well as for events, performances and information campaigns. The web area of UComm is responsible for using the university’s web presence to support these actions.

Type of Position

Full Time Position

Staff/Non-Faculty

Staff/Non-Faculty

Appointment Type

1.0

Work Schedule/Hours

Mon-Fri, 8:00-5:00 p.m., occasional evening/weekend hours required

Number of Hours Per Week

40

Number of Months Per Year

12

Mandatory Staff

No

Suggested Salary Range

$55,000 - $60,000

Physical Demands of Position

The position requires extensive use of a computer, including typing.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date

06/05/2023

Closing Date

07/04/2023

Open Until Filled

No

Evaluation of Applications Begins

06/26/2023

Proposed Date of Hire

07/10/2023

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please attach required documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Include a minimum of 3 professional references in the application or Attach a List of References with Contact Information.

Please note that finalists invited for interviews may be requested to submit a portfolio link prior to the interview.

Search Chair Name

Pete Montaldi

Search Chair Email

montaldipa@appstate.edu

Disability Accommodation Information

Individuals with disabilities may request accommodations in the application process by contacting Maranda Maxey, Director & ADA/504 Coordinator, at 828-262-3056 or maxeymr@appstate.edu.

AA/EEO Statement

Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Important Contacts:

Associate Vice Chancellor of Human Resources
Office of Human Resources
330 University Hall Dr.
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3187
hr@appstate.edu

Executive Director of Access & Equity (ADA/504 Coordinator, EEO/AA Officer, & Title IX Coordinator)
Office of Access & Equity
123 IG Greer Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828-262-2144)
equalopportunity@appstate.edu

Clery Act:

Clery Act Compliance
Division of Institutional Integrity
PO Box 32126
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-8111
clery@appstate.edu
https://police.appstate.edu/clery

Diversity and Inclusion at Appalachian

We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.

We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all.

We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community.

Background Check Statement

Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.

Eligibility for Employment

Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed. This position may or may not be eligible for H-1B sponsorship; EHRA positions are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. To request further information about sponsorship for this position, please contact International Student and Scholar Services and Outreach at issso@appstate.edu

Quick Link

https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/40489

Posting Number

201501191P

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