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Req #: 234262

Department: UW ADVANCEMENT: ALUMNI & STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT

Job Location Detail: Hybrid Eligible - 3 days in office, 2 days of telework

Posting Date: 05/13/2024

Closing Info: Open Until Filled

Salary: $7,834 - $8,288 per month

Shift: First Shift

Notes: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-staff-20230701_a11y.pdf) Priority consideration will be given to applications completed by 5/27.

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

For over 160 years, the University of Washington has been a hub for learning, innovation, problem solving and community building. Supporting this legacy and important public mission—with the goal of making the UW the world’s greatest public university, as measured by positive impact—guides everything we do in University Advancement (https://www.washington.edu/advancement/) . Bringing together development; alumni and stakeholder engagement; marketing and communications; and advancement operations, we advance the UW’s impact by developing meaningful connections that foster pride, advocacy and philanthropic support.

This starts with creating a culture of belonging ( https://www.washington.edu/advancement/ua-dei-visions-values-and-actions/) within our organization that values the diverse experiences and expertise of our team members, allowing everyone to thrive and to contribute their unique talents as we strive to achieve our shared goals.

Alumni & Stakeholder Engagement has an exciting opening for an Associate Director for Web Development. This is a full-time, permanent position.

The Associate Director for Web Development is responsible managing the digital marketing assets that support the University of Washington Alumni Association’s (UWAA) comprehensive marketing programs. This role serves as the technical project manager for all digital asset work, including strategy and planning. They focus on the development and maintenance of the website, mobile applications and digital engagement platforms, all of which are vital outreach vehicles to UWAA and UW stakeholders. They build web applications to support ASE marketing initiatives and are at the forefront of web development, utilizing innovative methodologies and approaches for development, maintenance, user interface design and content strategy.

The Associate Director reports to the Director of ASE Marketing and Communications and supervises two employees.

What You Will Do: Web/App/Software Development (70%)

• Design, develop and maintain themes, templates, websites and applications for websites, mobile applications and marketing service platforms. • Procure and manage technical contractors and software/platform vendors. • Work as an independent practitioner and in collaboration with contractors/vendors, other University Advancement designers, UX practitioners, content authors and key stakeholders to produce and maintain engaging digital experiences in support of ASE’s outreach efforts. • Collaborate with partners in Accessible Technology Services to ensure accessibility and compatibility with central University Advancement systems and platforms.

Administration (20%)

• Monitor compliance with production schedules and the proofing process to streamline and achieve process clarity. • Collaborate with marketing and communications team members to produce reports, including gathering data and data analysis.

Other duties as assigned, including event staffing (10%) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of three years of experience in engineering, computer science, programming, development, graphic design, human-computer interaction or related field.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. What You Bring:

• Experience managing a team of volunteers, students or direct reports. • Robust web and application development experience, including a strong portfolio of personally developed websites. • Expert knowledge of WordPress, including theming and extensions/plugins. • Expert knowledge of HTML, CSS and JavaScript. • Strong working knowledge of responsive web design and cross-platform compatible coding techniques and troubleshooting. • Ability to create, edit and document reusable, semantic, accessible code that can be used by a variety of assistive technologies. • Ability to explain technical details to various audiences using language and techniques appropriate for the situation. • Ability to effectively communicate objectives, energize and inspire staff to achieve results and meet goals while creating a culture of trust and collaboration across units. • Ability to make decisions in ambiguous situations and exercise good judgment based on information and analysis in a fast-paced, dynamic, deadline-driven environment in an organized and professional manner. • Demonstrated ability to maintain confidence and protect confidential information. • Willing to travel out-of-state up to three times per year for events scheduled on evenings and weekends. • Ability to lift 20 pounds regularly and up to 40 pounds occasionally for event setup and tear down.

What You Can Expect:

• This position directly supervises one digital marketing automation specialist and one engagement data specialist. • A highly collaborative and inclusive team that values working with others to complete projects and assignments. • Hybrid-work schedule with three days in the office and two days eligible for telework. • Cubicle/open workspace environment that may result in higher noise levels and visual distractions. • Workload and times may vary, including occasional evenings or weekends.

Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you log into your “My Jobs” page. If you choose to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

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