Systems & Applications Student

University of North Dakota

Grand Forks (ND)

On-site

USD 19,000 - 28,000

Part time

6 days ago

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Job summary

The University of North Dakota is seeking a part-time, non-benefited student assistant to help develop and administer the My UND App. You will manage content, test features, and support campus maps and resources, working both independently and with campus partners.

Ideal candidates are current UND students with strong problem-solving and communication skills, an interest in app development and mobile user experiences, and familiarity with JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and REST APIs.

Qualifications

Current University of North Dakota student.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Interest in application development or digital campus services.

Responsibilities

Assist with content management for the My UND App.
Improve the visual design and user experience.
Test new features and gather user feedback.
Support campus maps, wayfinding, and navigation initiatives.
Assist with custom widgets/XModules and integrations as needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

JavaScript

HTML/CSS

Node.js

REST APIs

Job description

Salary/Position Classification

$17.00 hourly, Non-Exempt
10 hours per week
100% Remote Work Availability: No
Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.

Duties & Responsibilities

This position supports the ongoing development and administration of the My UND App. Work may include managing app content, improving the user experience, testing features, researching mobile app best practices, supporting campus maps and wayfinding initiatives, and developing custom widgets/XModules and integrations as needed. The position works both independently and collaboratively with campus partners.
- Add and maintain student organization content
- Expand college and department content using existing templates
- Improve the visual design, usability, and overall student experience
- Support campus maps, wayfinding, and navigation initiatives
- Test new features and gather user feedback
- Research ideas and best practices from other university mobile apps
- Assist with custom widgets/XModules and integrations, including weather, maps, campus resources, and other services

Required Competencies

Training will be provided for the My UND App platform and related tools.
Required experience does not necessarily need to be from a workplace environment.
Students in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Graphic Design, Communications, or related areas may be a good fit; however, a specific major is not required.

Minimum Requirements

Current University of North Dakota student
Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Interest in application development, mobile user experiences, or digital campus services
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identityand eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications