Director of Design Leadership

2 weeks ago


San Francisco, California, United States Code for America Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Design to lead our design team and drive the development of innovative and user-centered design solutions. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for shaping the design vision and strategy for our organization, and for fostering a culture of design excellence within our team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage a team of designers to deliver high-quality design solutions that meet the needs of our users and stakeholders.
  • Develop and implement design strategies that align with our organizational goals and objectives.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design solutions are integrated into our products and services.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in design, and apply this knowledge to inform our design approach.
  • Make strategic recommendations to senior leadership on design-related matters.
Requirements
  • 10+ years of experience in user experience-related work, including both design and qualitative research.
  • 5+ years of experience managing teams.
  • 2+ years of experience managing managers.
  • Experience in UX-related cultivation and teaming work at an agency or other similar organization.
  • Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
What We Offer
  • A competitive salary range of $143,884 to $176,138 annually.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • A generous paid time off policy, including 16 paid holidays and a minimum of 16 days of paid vacation per year.
  • A 401(k) plan with a 100% employer match up to 3% of employee contribution.
  • Professional development opportunities, including training and education assistance.
About Code for America

Code for America is a non-profit organization that works to improve the way government serves the public. We believe that government can work for the people, by the people, in the new digital age, and that government at all levels can and should work well for all people. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we strive to create a workplace culture that reflects these values.



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