Job Description

Why should you work at UCA?
We are excited that you are considering joining the UCA Family—the faculty, staff, students and alumni who make the University of Central Arkansas a great place to work!

At the University of Central Arkansas, we value our employees striving to maintain a work-life balance. We realize that this affects the overall well-being of employees, while learning to prioritize challenging work and the ability to make a difference. Participation in university-wide remote work days may be available for certain positions. Training is provided on systems or job-specific software, and tools are available supporting professional and personal development. The benefits package allows you to customize your benefits to meet your current needs, and the ability to adjust them as your priorities change. This includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, 80% tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a retirement program with university contributions of 10% of employee salary. Also available are health and wellness incentives, as well as access to sports and cultural activities on campus for the family, free gym membership (HPER) and equipment rentals.
Position Summary
This person will be responsible for providing website development support for UCA’s online presence and improving the user experience by providing highly functional and effective websites. They will also be responsible for coordinating multiple web projects from initiation through post-launch implementation and maintenance, and directly communicating project status with campus partners, and administration.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and design front-end code for webpages using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP
Implement responsive and adaptable designs to ensure optimal performance on various devices and screen sizes
Collaborate with other team members and campus partners, including Information Technology, to ensure the successful execution of projects
Producing, maintaining and modifying websites and user interfaces
Creating tools that improve site interaction regardless of the browser
Following SEO best practices
Fixing bugs and testing for usability
Foster an inclusive and diverse working environment in all activities, strategies, and interactions.
Lead training sessions for campus partners on using WordPress.
Other duties as assigned


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Fluent in HTML, CSS and PHP
Knowledge of Javascript and jQuery
Experience with WordPress Multisite
Proficient understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues
Good understanding of SEO principles
Knowledge of web accessibility issues for users with disabilities
Experience in developing responsive web pages
Experience with Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, and Google Search Console
Familiarity with MySQL
Basic knowledge of image authoring tools, to be able to crop, resize, or perform small adjustments on an image.
Familiarity with social media integration
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Skills Considered Essential for Success
-Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.
-Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.
-Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
-Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.
-Ability to make sound judgments and assist in resolving student concerns.
-Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.
-Civility in all interactions of a public or confidential nature.
-Demonstrate follow-up contacts and consultations in a timely manner.
Required Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a related field
At least 3 years of experience in a professional web development role
Significant experience developing for web content management systems.
Experience producing cross-browser and responsive website applications
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Apps

Preferred Education and/or Experience
Prior experience in higher education
Knowledge of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
Experience with search engine marketing, Google Analytics, and Google AdWords

University, Campus, and Community Description
Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas.
Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of nearly 10,000, of which more than 20% are graduate students. The university offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in six disciplines. The undergraduate student body consistently scores above the national average on the ACT exam. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions to research, scholarship, and creative activities. UCA seeks to attract students and employees that are dedicated to building a culture of diversity, belonging, inclusion, and equity.