UI/ UX Manager (IT ASSISTANT DIRECTOR I) (Information Technology Division)

State of Maryland-posted about 1 year ago
$89,913 - $145,151/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
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The UI/UX Manager (IT Assistant Director I) is responsible for leading the design efforts within the Information Technology Division, focusing on user-centered design principles to enhance digital experiences. This role involves developing and implementing design strategies, conducting user research, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality design solutions that align with the agency's goals. The manager will mentor team members, oversee the design process, and ensure that all deliverables meet quality and accessibility standards.

  • Lead UX/UI design efforts to ensure high-quality and innovative design solutions are delivered within budget and on time.
  • Develop and implement design strategies that align with the Agency's overall goals and objectives.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and translate them into user-centered design solutions.
  • Conduct user research and usability testing to gather insights and feedback for continuous improvement of digital presence.
  • Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs that effectively communicate design concepts and user flows.
  • Ensure all designs are user-friendly, visually appealing, and consistent with the Agency's brand and design guidelines.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in UX/UI design to drive innovation within the team.
  • Mentor and develop team members, providing guidance and support to help them grow.
  • Oversee the design process from conception to launch, ensuring all deliverables meet quality and accessibility standards.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to gather feedback and iterate on designs based on user and business needs.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks to meet tight deadlines.
  • Communicate design decisions and rationale to stakeholders and senior leadership.
  • Proactively identify and address any design or process issues to improve efficiency and productivity.
  • Bachelor's degree in graphic design, interaction design, human-computer interaction, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
  • Five years of proven experience as a UI/UX designer or in a similar role.
  • Proficiency in design tools like Adobe XD, Figma, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Illustrator, Sketch, etc.
  • Successful track record in user research, testing, prototyping and wireframing, user flow and interaction design.
  • Excellent time management, communication and collaboration skills.
  • Critical thinker, with ability to adapt in an Agile environment.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in MS365 (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.) and Adobe applications.
  • Knowledge of WCAG accessibility guidelines and implementation in design.
  • Master's Degree in UI/UX Design or similar field.
  • Expansive design portfolio.
  • Successful track record in information architecture, creating sensible content structure in complex environments.
  • Familiarity with website development languages such as JavaScript, XML, CSS, C, C++, and HTML.
  • Knowledge of Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) environment.
  • Design experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and other integrative applications.
  • State of Maryland benefits
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