Job Description:

Posting Number:

S05838P

Position Title:

Web Software Specialist

Department:

VP for Student Affairs

Location:

Arlington

Job Family:

Media/Arts

Position Status:

Full-time

Work Hours:

Standard

Work Schedule:

• Monday through Friday


• 8:00am to 5:00pm


• May require or support work from home or a location other than a main campus-based building based on University policy and practice.

Open to:

External and Internal

Salary:

Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.

Duration:

Funding expected to continue

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Benefits at UTA:

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.


https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits



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University Information:

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual "Best for Vets: Colleges" list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.


Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

Job Summary:

The Web Software Specialist is responsible for website production and maintenance for the Division of Student Affairs, providing support for its numerous departments and programs. The Specialist will be engaged in designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining content for web sites, ensuring accuracy and accessibility of information. They will address an audience including faculty, staff, students and the public with content based on their web & general knowledge base. This work will be accomplished by building information delivery structures to engage and educate faculty, staff, and students on the Divisions' programs, services, events, and initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create contemporary media and communications using technologies (HTML5, CSS3, PHP and/or CMS) and tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, PowerPoint and Premiere) to achieve division and departmental goals, support online project needs, and accomplish their objectives. Proactively ensure current and relevant content, while prioritizing requested site updates.


• Publish content on content management systems (CMS) such as Cascade, Sitecore, Drupal, Joomla, and/or WordPress. Monitor division's web sites for functionality, accessibility, and compliance with industry best practices and university policy including language use, spelling, broken links, accessibility challenges, privacy (GDPR), and search engine optimization (SEO).


• Monitors and reports on web site analytics, user behavior, and usage trends.


• Formulate wireframes and comp files to translate customer needs into viable web and multimedia formats.


• Coordinate support and logistics for online information. Make and implement critical decisions in collaboration with identified key stakeholders and campus partners.


• Support photo and video project management, assisting with the creation of textual and visual content for print and web-based systems which may include videography and photography work.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with two (2) years of experience in a related field or the equivalent total experience.


• Demonstrated knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript and Photoshop.


• Demonstrated knowledge in the use of current technologies, analytic tools and web development practices.


• Solid oral and written communication skills.


• Initiative to work independently and in collaboration with diverse teams.


• Organized and detail-oriented.


• Adept at managing time, resources and projects effectively.


• Ability and knowledge to function as the subject matter expect on web technology, site development and programming best practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Four (4) years of experience with a demonstrated knowledge of the following:
  
  
  • HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, CSS, PHP, Google Analytics, Site Improve, Data Studio, Bootstrap, SASS, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere, Adobe Lightroom and/or content management systems.
  
  
  
  
  
  


• Ability to construct reusable components and manage content libraries/archives for future use.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of accessibility compliance regulations and skills to ensure all webpages meet compliance standards. Should be able to promote and achieve best practice regarding accessibility.


• Essential photography and videography skills.

CBC Requirement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations:

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

Number of Vacancies:

1

Minimum Number of References Required:

3

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

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