Executive Communication & Marketing

We are looking for an experienced and talented User Experience Designer to design and shape unique, user-centric websites. The ideal candidate will have experience working in teams, with developers, designers, and copywriters. Must be able to make deliberate design decisions and to translate any given user-experience journey into a smooth and intuitive interaction.

We are looking for a team member who will:

Collaborate with stakeholders, developers and content creators during the discovery phase of projects to uncover knowledge gaps, business goals and user needs.

Conduct content audits/inventories of existing websites marked for redesign and make strategy recommendations to writers and content managers.

Create site maps, navigation systems and taxonomies for medium- to large-scale campus websites using information architecture best practices.

Plan, conduct, analyze and present research (e.g., user interviews, card sorts, tree tests, usability studies) to fill in knowledge gaps, inform the design process and evaluate ideas.

Create user flows, wireframes, mock-ups and prototypes for websites and persuasively present your design ideas to project stakeholders.

Collaborate with developers to translate ideas into delightful user experiences on WordPress and Drupal platforms.

Provide detailed implementation instructions and style guides for developers and content editors.

Provide support and training as needed.

Stay current on best practices, industry standards and emerging technologies, including Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and the university’s brand standards.

8:00 am - 5:00 pm (Central), Mon-Fri

A degree or certificate in Information Technology, Journalism, Art, Graphic Design or a related field is preferred.
Three or more years of experience and proven record of accomplishment.
Hands-on experience creating wireframes, prototypes, storyboards, user flows, etc.
Experience using tools such as Photoshop, Sketch, Illustrator, InVision, UXPin, Quartz, Figma.
Understanding of basic front-end languages: HTML5, CSS3 JavaScript.

Salary Range: $45,000 - $65,000

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Strong design portfolio to present and defend during interview.

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen cultural festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

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