Website Developer

2 weeks ago


Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Howard University Full time

Website Developer

locations
Oddfellows Building
time type
Full time

job requisition id
JR105212
The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff "for fit" makes significant contributions to Howard University's overall mission.

BASIC FUNCTION:

Support the digital communications strategy for the Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) division that engages audiences, supports fundraising goals, aligns with the University brand and moves forward the vision, mission and strategic direction of the University. Coordinate DAR's content management system (CMS).

Manage and monitor DAR website ensuring continuous and effective operation for its primary users, including alumni and donors. Support digital communications strategy by producing web content and graphics, landing pages, website templates and other digital materials for the DAR website. Collaborate with Office of University Communications (OUC) to ensure proper use of brand guidelines for creative and digital content.

SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY:

N/A

NATURE AND SCOPE:

The website developer works with various internal clients including staff, administrators and faculty for the purpose of gathering information to support DAR website development projects. This position also may work with students in gathering information for projects.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Create, design and maintain web pages, following University brand guidelines, to support DAR communication and fundraising campaigns.

Collaborate with various stakeholders in the management of projects for the DAR website.

Coordinate CMS training and establish cadre of website content editors.

Work closely with OUC and its website vendor to address issues that impact effective operation of the DAR site.

Stay abreast on latest news, trends and technology in website development and content management.

Track website analytics and monitor SEO, use findings to strengthen positioning and efficiency and make recommendations for improvements.

Monitor DAR website content regularly to maintain timely information, accuracy and consistency.

Use project management system to organize, execute and evaluation project requests related to the DAR website.

Establish and use best practices in the development and monitoring of the DAR website.

Performs other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Strong understanding of web development and design, content creation and project management

Experience using content management systems, preferably Drupal, and project management platforms to update content and ensure an effective process for project completion

Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, HTML and JavaScript to create and execute digital communications for the website

Experience working both collaboratively and effectively on teams as well as individually to successfully execute projects

Experience with graphic design from concept to completion

Experience writing, editing and proofreading creative content for the website

Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with various audiences

Ability to be a problem solver using creativity, resourcefulness and flexibility

Ability to observe and understand user behavior and apply these insights to improve the user experience

Ability to clearly communicate reasoning to support creative choices

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects with varying deadlines while working in a fast-paced, high performance environment

Knowledge of and familiarity with camera and other devices to photograph and videotape DAR and related University events, as well as image manipulation for website posting

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology or related field

Three years of experience that includes website development, content management systems and graphic design

Experience in academic setting preferred



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