Item 2.G-June 14, 2013
ADMINISTRATIVE FACULTY POSITION DESCRIPTION QUESTIONNAIRE
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Incumbent(s) Name (if applicable):
Position #(s):
Current Title:
Current Range:
(JCC: )
Department: University Marketing and
College/Division: President’s Office
Communications - Integrated Marketing
Account #(s): 1101-101-0301
Action Proposed: (check all that apply)
( X) New position: Proposed Range: 2
Proposed Title: Web Interface Designer
( ) Title Change, Proposed Title:
( ) Proposed Reassignment from Range
to Range
( ) Revised PDQ only (no change in range or title)
JCC (Current
( ) Line of Progression (show titles below)
or new HR
Range:
assigned):
I certify that the statements in this description are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
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Employee’s Signature
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Date
I/we have reviewed the statements in this form and they accurately reflect the job assignments.
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Immediate Supervisor’s Signature Patricia Richard, Asst VP, Constituent Relations Date
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Director/Chair/Dean
Marc Johnson, President
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Date
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Approved for Salary Placement Committee review.
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Pres / Vice Pres / Vice Prov Signature Stacy Burton
Vice Provost, Faculty Affairs
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Date
Action Approved by the Provost/President (Completed by Faculty HR):
67403 Range:
2
Pos #(s):
JCC:
EEO: 3J
Eff: 6/1/2013
Approved Title: Web Interface Designer
Employee signs on “final” stamped approved PDQ and sends to HR for personnel file.
Employee Signature:_______________________________________________ __________________
Date
Printed Name: ____________________________________________________
Rev: 10/1/2012
Position Description – Web Interface Designer
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1. Summary Statement: State the major function(s) of the position and its role in the
university. Attach an organizational chart with positions, ranges, and names for the division
which reflects the position in it as well as those supervised in the department. (This section is
used for advertisement of the position.)
The Web Interface Designer within Integrated Marketing reports to the Manager, Application
Development. The Web Interface Designer is primarily responsible for designing website user
interfaces (“front-end” development) using modern development techniques and forward-thinking
strategy. The position seeks to balance aesthetic design with robust usability, offering website visitors
a better experience when trying to find information online. The position also consults on the
integration of web-based technologies and manages student interns as needed.
2. List the major responsibilities, including percentage of time devoted to each. Provide
enough detail to enable a person outside the department to understand the job (percentage
first with heading and then bulleted information).
70% - Website and Interface Design
 Conceptualize individual website elements and whole interface designs, both
independently and in collaboration with colleagues
 Develop prototypes using HTML, CSS and JavaScript that function in a web browser
 Confirm that prototypes work across web browsers, devices and platforms
 Work with colleagues and customers to ensure prototype designs are properly translated
in the content management system
 Investigate college/department needs and objectives in order to develop appropriate
interfaces to meet website objectives
20% - Website Strategy and Planning
 Collaborate with Integrated Marketing colleagues in planning and strategizing websites
that achieve organizational objectives
 Analyze available data to make informed interface design decisions
 Assess and optimize the usability of new and existing websites
 Maintain and expand the consistent look, tone and feel of websites across campus
10% - Research, Development and Training
 Research other institutions to assess best practices in higher education web design
 Stay up to date on industry-wide design trends and standards
 Stay up to date on web standards (HTML5, CSS3) and best practices
 Manage student interns as needed
3. Describe the level of freedom to take action and make decisions with or without
supervision and how the results of the work performed impact the department, division and/or
the university as a whole.
Level of Freedom:
The Web Interface Designer makes specific judgments and decisions within the stated website
development philosophies, strategies and protocols outlined by team leadership. Decisions outside
the scope of established policies protocols are referred to the supervisor.
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Impact:
The Web Interface Designer’s performance is a significant factor in shaping and optimizing the
University’s web presence. A quality website experience has the power to improve the success of
students, faculty and staff as well as enhance the institution's reputation.
4. Describe the knowledge, skills (to include cognitive requirement and verbal and written
communication), and abilities (to include task complexity, problem solving, creativity and
innovation) essential to successful performance of this job (in bullet format).
Knowledge of:
 General Web design principles and processes
 Visual design principles
 Front-end web programming languages, including HTML5, CSS and JavaScript
 Relevant code validation
 Cross-browser, cross-device and cross-platform considerations
 CSS Frameworks
 Responsive Web Design
 Accessibility standards including Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act and W3C Web Content
Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
Skills:
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Expert use of HTML, CSS and JavaScript editing software
Expert use of Adobe Creative Suite software
Expert use of web-based applications
Proficient use of Microsoft Office software
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent verbal and written communication
Ability to:
 Translate appealing graphic design into functioning web pages
 Explain rationale behind design decisions, and disseminate information to both technologists
and laymen
 Perform in an iterative design process that includes accepting and managing feedback and
constructive criticism
 Adjust scope and incorporate feedback in a manner that achieves stated goals and meets
deadlines
5. Describe the type of personal contacts encountered in performing the duties of the job.
Explain the nature and purpose of these contacts: i.e., to provide services, to resolve
problems, to negotiate.
Internal
Integrated Marketing colleagues
Other university employees
Reason for Contact
To achieve project objectives and goals
To achieve project objectives and goals
External
Reason for Contact
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6. Indicate the minimum qualifications which are necessary in filling this position should it
become vacant. Please keep in mind the duties/responsibilities of the position rather than the
qualifications of the incumbent.
a.
Minimum educational level, including appropriate field, if any.
Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution
b.
Minimum type and amount of work experience, in addition to the above required
education necessary for a person entering this position.
Bachelor’s Degree and two years of professional experience working directly with
HTML, CSS and JavaScript
Preferred Licenses and Certifications: None
c.
Indicate any license or certificate required for this position.
None