Web Designer

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Open Date 06/10/2024 Requisition Number PRN38820B Job Title Web Designer Working Title Web Designer Job Grade E FLSA Code Computer Employee Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary VP Area President Department 00639

• VP for Research Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $55,000-$63,000 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Job Summary

The Web Designer will oversee website design, daily web maintenance and updates, and marketing graphics. This position will report to the Senior IT Specialist in the Office of Research Information Systems and will work closely with the Vice President for Research Marketing and Communications team, with responsibilities and efforts shared between these two offices. This is a hybrid office position requiring on-campus presence for staff meetings and events, with the flexibility to work from home on designated days of the week.

Responsibilities

The Web Designer will oversee the following:

• Design and construct web pages/sites, incorporating graphic user interface (GUI) features and other techniques. ·

• Maintain and provide ongoing design for web pages, email campaigns, newsletters, and social media posts to ensure a cohesive and engaging online presence.

• Manage and prioritize multiple design projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes while maintaining communication with stakeholders.

• Create and design promotional materials, ad banners, logos, and other graphical marketing assets to support various marketing campaigns and brand initiatives.

• Work closely with stakeholders to create, update, and maintain departmental websites, with a preference for knowledge of WordPress or Modern Campus CMS. · Adhere to University branding guidelines and standards.

• Other tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

The Web Designer will also:

• Be detail-oriented and communicative.

• Adhere to project timelines.

• Demonstrate the ability to quickly adapt to evolving projects.

• Engage with stakeholders and develop positive relationships.

• Plan projects in advance and ensure stakeholders are always updated throughout the project process.

• Uses good judgment, tact, and diplomacy.

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalency in a related area and 2-4 years of experience in the field or a related area. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Submission of a portfolio of web designs/graphic artwork is required. Please upload in "Applicant Document

• Other"

Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures for websites and graphic design. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Applicants must have a working knowledge of HTML.

Preferences

• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of graphic design work, including promotional materials, ad banners, and logos.

• Proficiency in graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).

• Knowledge of WordPress and/or Modern Campus CMS for website management and updates.

Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a related Bachelor's degree or equivalency? (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education)

• Yes

• No

• How many years of web design related work experience do you have?

• Less than 2 years

• 2 years or more, but less than 4 years

• 4 years or more, but less than 6 years

• 6 years or more, but less than 8 years

• 8 years or more

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

• Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 - Member Copy 4)

• Veteran Only

• Call 801.581.2169

• Addendum to the University of Utah

• Veteran Only

• Call 801.581.2169 after submission