Location: Chicago, IL Job Description: Collaborates with the team to assist in website configuration, HTML email configuration, giving form design and configuration, content placement, browser and functional testing, bug fixing, troubleshooting, and general website maintenance. Provides support in requirements gathering, website graphic design, and user testing. Seeks opportunities for professional development that will enhance job performance including attending webinars, seminars, building networks within the University and with colleagues at peer institutions. Designs new systems, features, and tools. Solves complex problems and identifies opportunities for technical improvement and performance optimization. Reviews and tests code to ensure appropriate standards are met. Utilizes technical knowledge of existing and emerging technologies, including public cloud offerings from Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud. Acts as a technical consultant and resource for faculty research, teaching, and/or administrative projects. Performs other related work as needed. Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelorâ™s degree. Advanced degree. Experience: Minimum five years of professional work experience developing CMS-based websites or web applications, web programming or similar professional work experience. Minimum one year of professional web development experience using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, or similar technologies. Knowledge of WCAG 2.0 AA accessibility standards and experience in implementing solutions that adhere to the standards. Implementing content managed sites using a common CMS platform such as Drupal, WordPress, or similar. Familiarity with web editors (e.g., VSCode, etc.) and graphics software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite). Designing and producing graphical user interfaces for websites. Client management is an advantage. Technical Skills or Knowledge: Demonstrated skill and knowledge of, or ability to learn quickly, the internal workings of the University as well as the technology tools available to the Office of Alumni Relations and Development including Phoenix, the University's donor relationship management system, and the Microsoft Windows environment. Demonstrated proficiency in standards-compliant, semantic HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Basic knowledge of programming languages such as Python, PHP, or Ruby is beneficial. Basic understanding of back-end development, databases, and API integration. Knowledge of Sphere CMS, Blackbaud Luminate is a plus. Knowledge of responsive web design principles. Familiarity with front-end frameworks and libraries like React, Angular, or Vue.js is a plus. Proficiency in using design tools like Adobe Photoshop or Sketch. Strong understanding of web accessibility and usability, including cross-platform and browser compatibility issues. Proficiency in using Chrome and Firefox built-in browser development tools. Preferred Competencies Excellent analytical skills and the ability to conceptualize a course of action and organize its successful completion. Working Conditions This position has a hybrid work schedule which includes weekly in office presence. Standard office environment Travel to campus and/or non-campus locations for University business. Work evenings and weekends as needed. This position is located in Hyde Park at 5235 South Harper Court. Application Documents Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter, addressed to Hiring Committee (preferred) The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
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