Director of Custom Applications and Web Development

1 week ago


Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States Davenport University Full time
Director of Custom Applications and Web Development

At Davenport University, we are seeking a visionary leader to join our team as the Director of Custom Applications and Web Development. This role will play a crucial part in shaping our digital landscape and driving transformative change.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the design, implementation, and management of our web presence and custom applications. As the Director of Custom Applications and Web Development, you will oversee our Salesforce implementation, ensuring that our digital resources effectively support the needs of our university community.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute strategic plans for web, mobile, and multimedia technologies.
  • Collaborate with university leadership to implement custom software projects.
  • Hire, train, and mentor a talented team of developers.
  • Create training strategies for users of the University's Content Management System.
  • Manage budgets, internal customer relationships, and project lifecycles.
  • Partner with enrollment and marketing teams to create an engaging website.
  • Ensure compliance with FERPA guidelines and data security standards.
  • Foster a culture of customer service excellence.
Qualifications

We are looking for a candidate with a Bachelor's degree preferred; advanced degree a plus. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in web programming or team management, with proven expertise in Salesforce development and custom software solutions (C#/.NET). Strong knowledge of web technologies (CSS, JavaScript, HTML5, PHP, etc.) is also required.

What We Offer

Davenport University offers a dynamic work environment where innovation thrives. We provide opportunities for professional growth and development, as well as a chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students, staff, and faculty. Our culture, benefits, and perks include:

  • Tuition remission to qualified employees.
  • Nationally recognized internal training and leadership programs, and career development.
  • Generous and flexible paid time off.
  • Health, Vision, Dental, 403(b) with an employer contribution plus the opportunity for an additional employer match with an employee contribution.
  • Paid volunteer time off.
  • Relocation benefits.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We believe that engaging diversity, equity, and inclusion is essential to achieving educational and institutional excellence. We invite you to join us as we band together to create an environment of equity and inclusivity that leverages diverse life experiences, ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives.



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