MN Govt UI/UX Designer (15+)

InnoSoul•Minneapolis, MN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Minnesota Government is seeking a Hybrid/Local UI/UX Designer with extensive experience in web-based application design, accessibility standards (WCAG), wireframing, prototyping, mockups, data analysis, Figma, and agile methodologies. This role involves leading user research, designing intuitive and accessible interfaces, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality digital experiences. The designer will be responsible for ensuring all deliverables comply with brand standards, accessibility guidelines, and universal design principles.

Requirements

Five (5) years' experience in User Experience (UX) designs of web-based applications
Four (4) years' experience designing compliant webpages per accessibility standards WCAG 2.1 Level AA or higher
Five (5) years' experience creating wireframes, prototypes, and mockups
Three (3) years' experience in information architecture and design
Two (2) years' experience in user experience design in an agile development environment
Mac laptop familiarity needed

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in UX Design, Human–Computer Interaction, or Graphic Design
Demonstrated experience applying accessibility and inclusive design best practices
User research and persona development experience
Usability testing and analysis experience
Data analysis and use of metrics experience
Responsive and adaptive design experience
Visual and UI design experience
Design principles and aesthetics experience
Universal design principles experience
Demonstrated experience managing projects, including demonstration of time management and organization skills
Experience with mobile app UI/UX for ticketing or payment systems
Familiarity with transit fare structures, ticket vending machines, and validation devices
Basic understanding of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Blazor) to facilitate development collaboration
Exposure to data-driven design using analytics related to transit user behavior
Adaptability and willingness to learn new technology & tools
Empathy for users and user-centric thinking
Critical thinking and creative problem solving
UX certifications or training in accessibility standards and Agile methodologies
Experience working in Figma

Responsibilities

Lead user research activities, including interviews and usability testing, to gather insights and inform design direction.
Design intuitive and accessible interfaces and workflows across digital platforms, ensuring consistency with design standards and project requirements.
Develop wireframes, high-fidelity mockups, and interactive prototypes to communicate design concepts and interaction flows effectively.
Collaborate closely with product owners, developers, and other stakeholders using Agile methodologies to iteratively refine designs and incorporate feedback.
Ensure all deliverables comply with brand standards, accessibility guidelines, and universal design principles to provide an inclusive user experience.
Present design concepts clearly to stakeholders and supply comprehensive documentation for smooth project handoffs and implementation/continuous improvement by development teams.
Conduct user interviews and usability testing sessions per sprint to identify pain points and validate design assumptions.
Design key interface screens and workflows for core application modules, adhering to WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards.
Produce low-fidelity wireframes, high-fidelity mockups, and interactive prototypes for stakeholder review within iterations.
Participate in daily stand-ups and sprint reviews with product owners and developers to incorporate feedback and refine design artifacts.
Audit and update existing screens for brand consistency and inclusive design principles, providing rationale documentation.
Present design reviews to stakeholders and hand off finalized prototypes with annotated specs for development implementation.
Perform knowledge transfer.