Auburn University is hiring a Senior Web and User Experience Manager to lead the planning, development, and optimization of the university's primary web presence. This role manages technical web development, UX strategy, and performance of university-wide websites while collaborating with various campus units and supervising a web development and UX design team.
Highlights
Lead strategy and implementation for design, functionality, usability, and accessibility of Auburn University's websites.
Manage day-to-day web development operations, CMS management, and site performance.
Direct UX activities: user research, information architecture, wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing.
Collaborate with IT, marketing, communications, and campus units to ensure website consistency, security, and compliance.
Establish digital standards, workflows, and quality assurance processes.
Use analytics and user feedback to evaluate and improve digital experiences.
Provide consultation and training on website best practices and accessibility to campus communicators.
Supervise developers, UX designers, and web project personnel.
Manage project timelines, priorities, and resources for high-quality web initiatives.
Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and 6 years of experience in digital development, user experience, or web management in complex organizations.
Technical skills required include knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, FTP, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, and UX software.
Desired qualifications include experience in higher education or agencies, supervising teams, enterprise CMS environments, SEO, accessibility, and performance optimization.