Web Developer (Graphic Designer)

Auburn University Montgomery•Montgomery, AL

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About The Position

Advanced Technologies is seeking a full-time Web Developer / Graphic Designer / Document Accessibility Specialist to provide support and maintenance services for an existing client's website, the Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE). The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and creating the look, layout, and features of the ALSDE website as defined by ALSDE, along with remediating various document types to meet accessibility standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or a related field.
Two (2) to three (3) years of professional design experience.
Portfolio of strong creative work.
Experience with HTML, JavaScript, and CSS.
Knowledge of current developments in Information Technology.
Strong working knowledge of WCAG 2.1 AA, PDF/UA (ISO 14289), Section 508, and ADA Title II requirements as they apply to electronic documents and forms.
Knowledge of how to remediate PDF documents, Word files, Excel spreadsheets, and PowerPoint presentations to meet WCAG 2.1/2.2 AA and PDF/UA standards.
Documented experience in the use of Microsoft development systems, i.e., JavaScript, HTML.
Proficiency in HTML, CSS and JavaScript for rapid prototyping.
Knowledge of Adobe products (e.g. Acrobat Pro, Photoshop, InDesign).
Knowledge of Microsoft Word (styles, headings, alt text, reading order).
Knowledge of PDF (tagging, logical structure, forms, links).
Documented experience in basic and advanced web design.
Documented experience in graphic and multimedia.
Documented experience in multimedia programming and technology.
Knowledge of content management.
Exceptional verbal and written communication.
Collaborate with diverse teams with various teams to ensure compliance.
Problem-solving.
Ability to work on and respond to multiple projects at one time.
Ability to apply relevant software & hardware.
Ability to continuously learn and keep abreast of technological advancements.
Ability to manage projects.
Ability to coordinate the work of others.
Excellent visual design skills with sensitivity to user-system interaction.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group, executives, managers, and subject matter experts.
Proficiency with MS Office (including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Ability to work independently and not rely on State or other team members for guidance.
Ability to learn quickly and love to learn new material.

Responsibilities

Provide support and maintenance services for existing ALSDE website.
Development of new website features and functionality as defined by ALSDE.
Remediate PDF documents, Word files, Excel spreadsheets, and PowerPoint presentations to meet WCAG 2.1/2.2 AA and PDF/UA standards.
Perform other closely related professional services typically associated with website development, maintenance, and support.
Writing and editing content.
Document remediation.
Solving code problems.
Training.
Preparation of documentation.
Other problem-solving tasks.
Designing webpage layout.
Other duties may be assigned.