Missouri State University is accepting applications for a director of web strategy and development for marketing and communications administration.
Responsibilities
- Manage and lead web strategy and development
- Provide system-wide leadership in planning, organizing, and directing the design, functionality, and security of the university’s web site
- Oversee the coordinated development, communication, and implementation of web projects, policies, and procedures
- Oversee accessibility of the university’s web site for all users
- Assure the web strategy and development department:
- Collaborates with web developers and web users to understand and meet the information needs of users
- Provides research and adoption of effective design strategies
- Provides resources and consulting services
Benefits
Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Pay Grade: 47.
Reimbursement for out of the area relocation expenses is negotiable.
Benefits include group health insurance, life insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, wellness programs and professional development opportunities. Learn more about benefits.
Desired skills and experience
Education
A bachelor’s degree and three or more years of experience in an information technology field or design discipline using state-of-the-art technology is required.
A bachelor’s degree in an information technology field or a design discipline utilizing state-of-the art technology is preferred.
Experience
At least three years of technology project management experience or three years of experience developing web sites that addressed issues of design, architecture, integration, security, and accessibility is required.
Experience at an institution of higher education is preferred.
Skills
- The ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse constituencies with varying levels of technical knowledge is required.
- Effective interpersonal, organizational and team building skills are required.
- Strong creative, verbal, and written communication skills are required.
- Strong and current technical skills are required.
- The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.
- An understanding of accessibility issues related to disabled users is preferred.
Effort
Extended periods of time working at a computer workstation are required.
Other
The 24-hour scope of university operations requires this position to be available evenings, nights, and weekends to respond to calls regarding questions or problems with the university’s website.
Successful candidates must be committed to working with diverse student and community populations.
Employment will require a criminal background check at university expense.
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