What are the responsibilities and job description for the Website Developer: UT Libraries, Digital Initiatives - UTK position at The University of Tennessee?
Job Description
Some essential tasks of this position will include managing the development and configuration of the websites, overseeing the website user experience, tracking the website usage through analytics, selecting vendors needed to support the websites, and communicating the quality standards of the website to the key stakeholders.
Additionally, the Website Developer supports their team and the libraries by training and sharing their expertise and knowledge in website standards and best practices. They will continuously seek knowledge and learning opportunities to expand their skill sets and adopt new emerging technologies.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the development of complex, dynamic websites that utilize web languages like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript that meet common standards, frameworks, and the governing policies of the university.
- Design the Libraries' websites with user-centric design, best practices for user experience (UX), optimized search, current web accessibility standards, and responsive design principles.
- Monitor and conduct website usability, web analytics, and other assessment initiatives for the Libraries' web-based applications.
- Lead reviews of security vulnerabilities for websites at the Libraries
- Manage large scope projects for the libraries websites including full redesign and platform migration.
- Maintain the websites by tracking updates, creating backups, resolving complex issues related to the infrastructure and code, and addressing other operational tasks in timely manner.
- Lead and coordinate the Website Coordinators and other groups that represent units throughout the libraries for web content and the standards that govern the web
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Programming or related field
2 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience totaling 6 years.
Skills with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with academic libraries and library technologies
Work Location
Compensation and Benefits
Application Instructions
For best consideration, applicants should submit materials by January 31, 2025. Applications must include a completed candidate profile, cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.
About The College / Department / Division
The University of Tennessee Libraries serves as the flagship campus of Tennessee's premier public research university. The University of Tennessee holds the Carnegie Foundation Research 1 designation, granted to doctoral universities with very high research activity. You can learn more about UT Libraries at
The UT Libraries champions diversity in collections and staffing. The University of Tennessee is committed to creating a welcoming environment. More information about how we put our principles of civility and community into action is available at
About Us
With over 225 years dedicated to education and research, and as one of the 100 largest employers in Tennessee, there is endless potential to discover at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. This advanced academic center comprises 17 degree-granting colleges and schools, 900 programs of study, 547 graduate programs, and is home to over 7,500 employees statewide who support the continued growth of the state's flagship land-grant university. The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture, Anthropological Research Facility, Space Institute, and the UT Institute of Public Service are acclaimed entities of the UT system and with nearby affiliate, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Rocky Top is a university on the rise. UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset and with values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovative leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices that attract and retain a diverse community and that support a culture where everyone matters and belongs. Apply today and join the Vol Family for life!
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