What are the responsibilities and job description for the Web Developer position at Loyola Marymount University?
The Web Developer will be responsible for developing, managing, and optimizing the university's digital presence across our web and email platforms. This position is crucial for ensuring brand consistency, accessibility, and seamless user experiences across all digital channels.
We are looking for a passionate and highly dedicated professional to work with our Marketing and Brand Management team to manage the day-to-day operation of our websites, reporting to the Senior Director of Digital Strategy and Solutions. The ideal candidate is a digital professional with a firm understanding of digital strategy and user experience working in a data-driven environment.
The web developer will be an excellent communicator with an understanding of various platforms, analytics, and tools. They must communicate effectively on projects and stay self-driven on tasks and all deliverables. The ideal candidate will also have experience in analytics, project management, and third-party testing tools to validate their efforts and deliverables.
Position Specific Responsibilities / Accountabilities
- Develop and maintain front-end and back-end features for the university's websites, utilizing coding skills in languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP to deliver seamless user experiences.
- Drive the execution of digital projects, including website redesigns, mobile applications, video production, and SEO initiatives, ensuring enhanced user experiences for target audiences.
- Oversee project resources, including internal teams and freelancers, to deliver services on time and within budget across creative, technical, and communication disciplines.
- Advise on content strategy, design, and information architecture to ensure digital projects align with audience needs and university branding.
- Audit and recommend improvements for digital channels.
- Provide guidance and training to colleagues and content providers on best web design, coding, and digital functionality practices.
- Review client content for consistency and effectiveness.
- Serve as the expert on the university's CMS and digital tools, managing user access, coordinating training, and leading user groups to ensure smooth operations and system adoption.
- Ensure digital assets meet quality standards, including SEO, ADA compliance, and performance metrics.
- Use data analytics to measure effectiveness and collaborate with teams to optimize campaigns based on insights.
- Stay current with emerging digital technologies and trends to recommend new tools and strategies that enhance the university's digital presence and communication goals.
- Perform additional duties to support the university's digital strategy.
The incumbent has the ability to assess the needs of internal clients and suggest appropriate measures to meet those needs. The incumbent is able to work effectively and independently with internal and external constituencies. The incumbent has the ability to operate in an environment in which skilled relationship management and consensus-building is required to deliver successful outcomes. The incumbent must have the ability to initiate ideas, develop concepts, and review the effectiveness of processes to ensure professional standards and high quality. The incumbent must have the ability to supervise creative, communications, and technical personnel and manage complex projects with dependencies, deadlines, budgets, and outside resources.
Requisite Qualifications
Loyola Marymount University Expectations
Exhibit behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the university. Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct. Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position.
Reasonable Expected Salary - $85,000 - $90,000. Salary offer commensurate with education and experience.
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Salary range
66,560.00 - $75,200.00 Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)
Salary : $66,560 - $75,200
