UTS - Temporary Web Designer at UNC Chapel Hill

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); Remote; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a Web Designer/Web Developer to help finish and launch a WordPress-based office site. You will complete development, implement remaining content, perform design updates, troubleshoot issues, and ensure a launch-ready site.

The role emphasizes front-end work with HTML/CSS, WordPress, and Markdown, with collaboration across OIRPA staff to deliver a consistent, accessible experience. A strong emphasis on web accessibility and teamwork is required.

Qualifications

• 4 year degree in a related field, related proven experience with web design
• Strong experience with WordPress website design and development, including the ability to create, modify, format, and maintain WordPress websites
• Working knowledge of HTML and CSS and be comfortable making changes directly within a web development environment
• Familiarity with Gutenberg block editor, WordPress themes, and plugins
• Familiarity with digital accessibility guidelines, including WCAG 2.1 guidelines
• Effective communication and ability to work collaboratively with individuals with varying levels of technical experience
• Additional technical skills include Markdown and Git-based version control systems like GitHub or GitLab, Pandoc, and command-line environments; knowledge of APIs and languages such as Python or JavaScript; willingness to continuously learn

Responsibilities

• Help complete and launch a new office website built in WordPress
• Focus on development, remaining content, design updates, troubleshooting, and launch readiness
• Work with WordPress, front-end development (HTML/CSS) and assist with Markdown workflows
• Collaborate with staff to address website needs and ensure accessible, user-friendly experiences
• Assist with Markdown, APIs, and related tooling as part of publishing processes

Skills

WordPress development

HTML

CSS

Gutenberg editor

Markdown

Git/GitHub/GitLab

APIs

Python

JavaScript

problem solving

communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field

Tools

WordPress

GitHub

GitLab

Pandoc

Command-line

Job description

Department:

HR UTS Partnership

Career Area :

Information Technology

Posting Open Date:

09/28/2026

Application Deadline:

10/05/2026

Position Type:

Temporary Staff (SHRA)

Position Title :

UTS - Temporary Web Designer at UNC Chapel Hill

Vacancy ID:

S028104

Full-time/Part-time:

Full-Time Temporary

Work Schedule:

Monday- Friday, Full-time between now and October 9th; part-time after that — around 15 hours a week through December 1, remote

Hiring Range:

$50/hour

Estimated Duration of Appointment:

1 to 6 months

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Position Summary:

The department is seeking a Web Designer/Web Developer to help complete and launch a new office website built in WordPress. The overall design and structure of the site are largely established, and the selected candidate will focus primarily on completing development, implementing remaining content and design updates, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring the site is ready for launch.

The position will work primarily with WordPress and will require a strong understanding of front-end web development, including HTML and CSS. The candidate will work with OIRPA staff to address outstanding website needs, make updates within WordPress, and help ensure the site provides a consistent, user-friendly, and accessible experience. The role may also involve working with Markdown and other markup languages as part of the website development and publishing process.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

4 year degree in a related field, related proven experience with web design

Strong experience with WordPress website design and development is required, including the ability to create, modify, format, and maintain WordPress websites. Candidates should have working knowledge of HTML and CSS and be comfortable making changes directly within a web development environment. Familiarity with the Gutenberg block editor, WordPress themes, and plugins is helpful.

Candidates should have familiarity with digital accessibility guidelines, including W3C standards and WCAG 2.1 guidelines, and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Effective communication and the ability to work collaboratively with individuals with varying levels of technical experience are also important.

Management Preferences:

Additional technical skills that would be beneficial include familiarity with Markdown and Git-based version control systems such as GitHub or GitLab, Pandoc or other file-conversion tools, and command-line environments. Experience with APIs and at least one programming language, such as Python or JavaScript, is also helpful. A willingness to continuously learn and apply new technologies and methodologies is expected.