Web developer/ User Experience Specialist
Mississippi State University
Mississippi State University
Position Function
A professional position to assist in designing new and maintain existing
interfaces that are visually appealing and built from the users' perspectives.
The successful applicant will focus on interface design, from concept to
implementation, utilizing user research and usability studies; web analytics
and accessibility; will also work as a part of a team of web designers who
share the full responsibility of managing the library websites and web-
technologies. Reports to the Web Sites Manager.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Designs, implements and maintains user interfaces and locally developed
applications as well as providing assistance in the ongoing support and
integration of 3rd party applications; promotes, and takes part in, a process
that provides for thorough and documented concept analysis and web development
project pre-planning; provides technical support, and training for a variety
of existing applications; develops documentation for projects to assist with
cross-training and continuity; provides support for web content management
systems (CMS) based on differing programming and scripting languages; provides
leadership in the ongoing assessment of the Libraries interfaces by analyzing
web analytics; conducting user research/usability studies and accessibility
audits. This includes not only conducting studies but also analyzing results,
identifying trends, developing recommendations and creating reports; collects,
analyzes and communicates website assessment findings to provide data for
planning and decision-making; assists in developing the scope, plan and
management of multiple projects; supervises Library Student Assistants;
provides training to Library faculty and staff as needed; participates in
various Library committees and attends/presents at professional conferences;
performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field; two (2) years of related experience;
demonstrated experience with user-centered web design principles; proficiency
with graphic and web design software including Adobe Creative Suite and
programming code including HTML, CSS.
Preferred Qualifications
MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution; knowledge of digital archival
software, including CONTENTdm; experience working in an academic
library.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrated experience with user-centered web
design principles; experience creating concept designs, wire-frame and mock-
ups; experience applying web and accessibility standards; excellent
organizational, interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills;
excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to integrate feedback
from committees and co-workers; ability to work in groups and independently;
ability to work out complicated issues.
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