Web Designer and Developer w/ Dr Sabaghian

Penn State University; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University is looking for a part-time Web Designer and Developer to support the College of IST. Responsibilities include developing and integrating WordPress as a CMS, creating wireframes, and ensuring optimal user navigation across platforms.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of website design processes and be detail-oriented with a keen eye for design aesthetics. Compensation starts at $15 per hour. Background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Understanding of hosting services and domain subscription process.
• Familiarity with Content Management Systems, specifically WordPress.
• Basic understanding in HTML5 and CSS3.
• Ability to design a functionally flawless website across platforms.
• Detail-oriented, independent problem solver with strong work ethics.

Responsibilities

• Search for hosting website and domain registration solutions.
• Integrate WordPress as the CMS for website development.
• Create wireframes, mockups, and prototypes for layouts.
• Ensure optimal usability and user navigation.
• Test functionality, content, and performance.

Skills

Understanding of website design

Familiarity with WordPress

Basic understanding of HTML5 and CSS3

Ability to design cross-platform websites

Design taste (colors, typography, layouts, UX)

Job description

## Web Designer and Developer w/ Dr SabaghianApplylocations: Penn State University Parktime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ\_0000079731# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants. **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.** **JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS**The College of IST is seeking applicants for part-time job of Web Designer and Developer.Job duties to include:* Search for hosting website and domain registration solutions* Research other academic websites and collect best practices to brainstorm ideas* Adopt and integrate WordPress as the CMS for website development* Create wireframes, mockup and prototypes for layouts, color schemes and typography* Ensure flow, user navigation and optimal usability* Update content and create a short manual on how to update the website after the design and development phase* Revise and upgrade the design to get the final desired version* Assuring that website works smoothly on different platforms (mobile and tablets)* Complete a testing on functionality, content (spelling and grammar), and performance.Requirements, qualifications, and/or competencies:* Understanding of website design (hosting services, domain subscription) process* Familiarity with Content Management Systems (CMS), in specific WordPress* Basic understanding in HTML 5 and CSS 3.* Ability to design a functionally flowless website that works across other platforms* Have a good taste on design (colors, typography, layouts and UX)* Be detailed oriented, independent problem solver and professional with great work ethicsCompensation:The starting rate for this job is $15. **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. **CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS**Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. **EEO IS THE LAW**Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.