Front End Developer for the Office of the Provost
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Software Engineering
Urbana, IL, USA
Front End Developer for the Office of the Provost
Strategic Communications and Marketing
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has many stories to tell. From Nobel Prize-winning theories to biomedical innovations to the birthplace of special education and accessibility standards, we have a 150+ year tradition as a place where people refuse to accept "that's just how it is" as a suitable reason to stop asking hard questions. This is a university that forces the world to redefine the word "impossible" on a regular basis. And the Strategic Communications and Marketing team at Illinois leads that storytelling. We’re looking for a front-end developer to help lead the Office of the Provost in sharing those stories – big and small – in a consistent, coordinated, and targeted way. This position will be part of a communications and marketing team directed toward advancing the priorities of the Office of the Provost, one of the most critically important units at the university. Working collaboratively with Office of the Provost stakeholders, this position manages website development and content to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and a consistent, engaging user experience. This office oversees academic programs, policies and priorities and budgeting and planning, with a mission to ensure life-changing student educational experiences and world-class scholarly excellence.Job Summary
Responsible for creating, managing, enhancing and improving the code and front-end systems for a number of websites managed by or affiliated with the Office of the Provost.Duties & Responsibilities
- Website Projects
• Manage development, coordination and approvals for regular website projects.
• Consult with Office of the Provost stakeholders to maintain awareness of critical and emerging issues and projects.
• Ensure pieces maintain and strengthen the Illinois brand standards.
• Manage and track a digital calendar of website projects for the Office of the Provost.
• Audit current website activities and determine what should continue and what should sunset.
• Participate in the Illinois Web Implementation Guidelines Group (WIGG) and the IT Accessibility Liaison Program (ITAL) as the technical representative for the Office of the Provost.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with campus web developer community, representing the Office of the Provost. - Assist Director of Communications for the Office of the Provost with Office of the Provost communications project intake and strategy for website portions.
• Take guidance about project planning and priorities from the Executive Vice Provost.
• Lead website strategy and production for Office of the Provost projects.
• Translate UI and UX designs to solutions that are both responsive and accessible, balancing user’s needs with business and development requirements, and working with StratCom designers as needed.
• Employ best-practice web standards in the development of front-end code that is compliant, accessible, and usable to audiences across many devices.
• User-test all new releases to our services. - Website Content Edits
• Work closely with Office of the Provost stakeholders for any website-related content changes.
Specialty Factors
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of work experience in IT‐related functions such as hardware/software support, programming, network design, network engineering, IT systems integration, or closely related field. College coursework which includes Information Technology (IT), IT Management, Programming, IT systems, or a closely related discipline may be substituted as follows: 30 semester hours equals one (1) year, Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen (18) months, 90 semester hours equals two (2) years, Bachelor’s Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years).
• Demonstrated experience in developing websites, themes, templates and/or solutions.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, web development or related field.
Experience creating websites for diverse audiences.
Broad, general knowledge of higher education and an understanding of the university academic and administrative structure.
Experience creating and editing websites using University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign templates and best practices.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Excellent web development skills.
- Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot, identify and solve HTML and CSS problems.
- Substantial knowledge of browser testing and debugging, with exceptional problem-solving skills.
- Proficient understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues and ways to work around them.
- Understanding of best practices for accessible and responsive web design in digital environments.
- Ability to manage website projects.
- Professionalism and ability to interact with senior administrative and academic officials.
- Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in team-based, dynamic environment that involves diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to work under tight deadline pressure.
- Ability to be self-motivated, work independently, exercise good judgement and prioritize tasks.
- Ability to be prepared to respond quickly in the case of fast-breaking developments, which may involve work away from the office.
- Ability to exercise excellent judgment and discretion.
Appointment Information
This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5031 - Information Technology Technical Associate position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the closing date. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience while also considering internal equity. The budgeted salary for the position is $50,000 - $70,000.
This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship for work authorization.
For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on Sunday, June 7. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Please upload your cover letter, resume, and names/contact information for three references. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. This position requires residency in the state of Illinois within 6 months of hire. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Pam Steele pamw@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign — the state’s flagship public university and one of the world’s leading research institutions — every staff member helps shape what’s next. Founded in 1867, Illinois is home to a vibrant community of 59,000 students from all 50 states and 129 countries, supported by 15 colleges and instructional units, more than 20 research institutes, and one of the most comprehensive student service ecosystems in the nation. Whether you’re empowering first-generation students, fueling breakthrough innovation, or strengthening communities across Illinois and beyond, your work here has a far-reaching and deeply meaningful impact. The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and financial security. Join a top 10 public university that has launched over 330 startups and continues to redefine excellence — where the Illinois Value Proposition ensures that your contributions are recognized, your potential is nurtured, and your career can thrive.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or accessibility@illinois.edu.
Requisition ID: 1036549
Job Category: Technical
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu