Web Developer - Part Time

Lubbock

40350BR

Honors College

Position Description

Working collaboratively within the Honors College, program, test, implement, and maintain web projects under direct supervision. Handle basic issues and problems. Project development includes coordination with designers, managers, other developers, and IT support personnel. Research, program, document, and modify web projects throughout their life cycle. Learn through training, individual research, and/ or additional education.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major/Essential Functions

• Provide support and maintenance services for existing Honors College website; develop new and exciting interactive experiences. The successful candidate would be expected to develop new, updated, and exciting interactive experiences for the look, layout, and features of the Honors College website.
• Ensure intended design, performance, and accessibility of new and existing web properties via front- and back-end (full stack) development. Perform any other closely related professional services typically associated with website development, maintenance, and support, including but not limited to activities such as: Editing content; Creating back up files; Solving code problems; Preparation of documentation and reports related to web projects; End-user interface.
• Engage in professional development activities, including but not limited to, membership in professional organizations, attendance at conferences, workshops, division, and College training sessions.
• Participate in the life of the College. Attend Medallion and Convocation ceremonies within the College.
• Other problem-solving tasks; Duties assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's or associates' degree in computer science, MIS, IT, or other related field plus one year of experience OR a combination of related education and/or experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• The ideal candidate has advanced technical skills; is experienced and skilled in Omni; understands and applies modern day web design principles, best practices, and conventions; communicates clearly and effectively; thrives in a team environment; is solutions-oriented; wants to build best-in-class digital experiences.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to keep accurate, detailed records; ability to handle large volumes of work; a minimum of two years' work experience involving detailed web-based work and customer service. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working collaboratively within a team to promote academic success and student wellbeing.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Job Type

Part Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Minimum Hire Rate

18.48

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

None

Shift

Day

Schedule Details

M-F 10am-2pmm (hours can be flexible since this is a .5 FTE)

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

General IT/Computer/IT

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.