San Diego State University is seeking a detail-oriented and creative Web Developer I to support and maintain websites for the Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity. In this role, you’ll help ensure web content is accessible, user-friendly, and aligned with university standards while collaborating with campus partners to enhance digital communications and user experience.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and update OmniCMS-hosted websites, including content updates and site migrations
- Ensure websites meet accessibility, usability, and mobile responsiveness standards
- Manage site functionality, including redirects, calendars, and integrations
- Support newsletter and email production using Salesforce
- Collaborate with content creators to improve site structure, navigation, and user experience
- Ensure alignment with SDSU brand and web standards
- Conduct accessibility reviews and implement improvements
- Support search engine optimization (SEO) strategies, Google Analytics and best practices
- Stay current on trends in UX, accessibility, and web design
- Partner with IT and campus stakeholders on web projects and enhancements
- Assist with digital initiatives, including graphics and web-related content
- Provide guidance and support to colleagues on web tools and processes
Skills
- Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
- Foundational understanding of website structure, web development concepts, and general design principles
- Familiarity with web technologies, design tools, and/or programming languages used in website development and maintenance
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate both independently and within a team environment
- Creative problem-solving skills, adaptability, and willingness to learn new technologies
- Experience supporting or maintaining a website and working within content management systems (CMS), including OmniCMS
- Knowledge of HTML, CSS, web UX best practices, and web accessibility standards (WCAG 2.x and Section 508)
- Experience using Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Lightroom)
Benefits
- Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
- Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
- Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
- Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
- Optional Offerings: FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
- Campus & Community: Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.
Company Overview
- SDSU Alumni connects you with both San Diego State University and other alumni. It was founded in 1931, and is headquartered in San Diego, CA, US, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is http://www.sdsualumni.org.