Web Developer I

UF Information Technology (UFIT); Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Information Technology (UFIT) is seeking an entry-level Web Developer I to join Web Services in Academic Technology at UFIT in Gainesville. The role involves supporting campus web requests, ensuring WCAG accessibility, and building reusable web components within the UF IT ecosystem.

The team maintains UF’s web presence, manages content systems, and develops minor applications, contributing to the university’s digital footprint and accessibility goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization or an associate degree and two years of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, communications, or a web-related field preferred.
• Knowledge of web information and technical tools to apply web developing trends.

Responsibilities

• Problem-solving web-related requests from stakeholders around campus.
• Remediating WCAG accessibility violations.
• Developing reusable web components.

Skills

Problem-solving

WCAG accessibility

Reusable web components

Education

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization

Associate degree + 2 years experience

Job description

Classification Minimum Requirements

A bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization or an associate degree and two years of experience.

Classification Title

Web Developer I

Classification Minimum Requirements

A bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization or an associate degree and two years of experience.

Job Description

UF Information Technology (UFIT) is currently seeking a(n) entry-level Web Developer I to join Web Services in Academic Technology, a unit within UFIT.

UF Information Technology (UFIT) enables teaching, learning, research, and service on campus and across the region with state-of-the-art enterprise IT systems, including SEC and SUS universities, and the opportunity to teach using HiPerGator.

Web Services supports the University’s web presence through administering content management systems, developing theme resources and minor applications, reviewing and updating existing sites, migrating content, and producing graphical elements.

Some Key Responsibilities And Characteristics Of This Position Are

• Problem-solving web-related requests from stakeholders around campus
• Remediating WCAG accessibility violations
• Developing reusable web components

About UF Information Technology

Led by Senior Vice President and CIO Elias Eldayrie, the nine departments comprising UFIT are: Academic Technology; AI² Center; Applications, Development, and Integrations; Business Center; Customer Experience and Resource Planning; Data Platform and Analytics; Information Security Office; Infrastructure and Communication Technology; and Research Computing. UF Information Technology (UFIT) enables teaching, learning, research, and service on campus and across the region with state-of-the-art enterprise IT systems, including SEC and SUS universities, and the opportunity to teach using HiPerGator. For more information about UFIT and its goals and governance, visit https://it.ufl.edu/about-ufit/strategic-plan/.

About The University Of Florida

One of America’s all-around best universities, the University of Florida drives future‑making education, eye‑opening discoveries, life‑saving health care, and community‑building collaboration for our state, our nation, and our world. UF is in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North‑Central Florida, 50 miles from Florida’s West Coast, 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2‑hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year‑round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF’s large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support various activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville.

Exceptional Benefits

UF provides various leave programs based on an employee’s salary plan, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, personal leave days, and paid family leave. In addition to paid time off, the University of Florida offers a very competitive benefits package.

Expected Salary

$61,000/year

Required Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization or an associate degree and two years of experience.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, communications, or a web‑related field
• Knowledge of and ability to utilize a variety of web information and technical tools to apply web developing trends within the organizational infrastructure
• Knowledge of collaborative techniques and ability to promote a culture of information sharing and working together to solve business problems and meet business goals.
• Understanding of the issues related to the decision‑making process; ability to analyze situations fully and accurately, and reach productive decisions
• Understanding of the necessity of continuous personal growth; ability to gauge one’s strengths, limitations and interests, and use of this knowledge for purposes of performance effectiveness and self‑development.
• Knowledge of and ability to research, identify and apply formal disciplines and best practices for improving the quality and costs related to product development

Special Instructions To Applicants

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This is not a remote work position and is located in Gainesville, FL.

A Level 2 Criminal Background Screening Is Required.

Applicants are required to submit the following with their application:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of professional references with contact information

(Minimum of 3 with one from a previous or current supervisor)

The application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (E.T.) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required: No