ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY

Title (Function): Full-Stack Web
Designer
Department: Marketing
Reporting To: Digital Communications Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
Compensation: $50,000.00-62,000.00. Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!
Open Date: 05/01/2025
Close Date: 05/25/2025 11:59 PM MST

SECTION I - OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE
At CMU, we believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. It's this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and doing, knowing that there is no perfect solution, no perfect idea.

From this place of humility and courage, we've built a culture of resilience. We invest in the future by continuously adapting to change, overcoming challenges, and seizing new opportunities. We recognize that change is constant, and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endless curiosity drives us to approach the unexpected as if it were expected, seeing opportunities for discovery and renewal in every challenge. In this community rooted in love and dignity, curiosity thrives, leading to endless opportunities for growth and advancement.

Inspired by the soul of the West-the spirit that our region embodies-we emerge as a force for positive change, harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings to life our shared vision of the world we aspire to create.

Colorado Mesa University Core Values
Love - Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others
Dignity - Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill
Courage - Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities
Humility - Suspending one's ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open to the input of others
Resiliency - Investing in the future by adapting to changes, overcoming challenges and pursuing Opportunity
Curiosity - Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown
Power - The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals

SECTION II - THE SEAT
At CMU, we look at every position as a seat. Every seat is vital and the individual in the seat contributes significantly to our mission of providing an affordable and accessible education and forming meaningful and mutually enriching partnerships that support the well-being and vibrancy of our community. As a human centric organization, a priority is to ensure we have the "right seats" in our organization, and that the expectations, ownership and accountabilities are defined and communicated clearly for the success of the individuals holding the seats.

OVERVIEW AND ROLE SCOPE OF TEAM AND/OR TASKS
As an integral part of Colorado Mesa University's in-house marketing communications team, the Full-Stack Web Designer oversees the Colorado Mesa University website and other digital communications by performing the following duties personally or through collaboration with other department supervisors or employees.

SECTION III - OUR DESIRES FOR RIGHT FIT
For the success of our mission and our teams, we desire to have individuals who are a "Right Fit" in our seats. We define "Right Fit" as those who embrace our culture, demonstrate our values, understand the seat and what is required. We seek individuals who want this seat, desire to be a part of a bigger vision and have the capacity to be a successful member of our CMU team.

CAPACITY REQUIREMENTS

• Develops, designs, implements and maintains the CMU website by employing cutting-edge technology and fostering consistency in the appearance and message delivered.
  
• Enhances the website by incorporating new features (from concept and design through front-end and CMS development and deployment), creates and maintains site functionality through strategic architecture development, and fosters consistency in the appearance and message delivered.
  
• Creates graphic designs that support interactive content.
  
• Provides web design and execution with an emphasis on functionality and hierarchy. Maintains and participates in the on-going development of a template-based site with a content management system that includes information architecture, project management, usability, brand management and site maintenance.
  
• Incorporates data-driven decisions into information architecture, user experience, user interaction and design.
  
• Determines user needs and goals with a focus on UX experience, design and overall usability, and works to create and execute strategies to implement new functionality. Evaluates website and digital communication effectiveness by conducting surveys of users, A/B testing of alternative digital approaches, focus groups and other marketing communication tools.
  
• Integrates content personalization into design.
  
• Evaluates code to ensure compliance web accessibility guidelines and SEO best practices.
  
• Modifies the CMU website to focus on the user experience and overall usability.
  
• Conducts user testing as needed and implements best practices for UX design.
  
• Monitors and ensures website usability, compatibility, performance and visual consistency on all commonly used web browsers, operating systems, and mobile devices.
  
• Provides training to user community in the use of web content management system and supporting tools and best practices for web content to conform to web accessibility and search engine optimization. Creates training materials and documentation as needed.
  
• Assists with the design and development of the University's internal portal, MAVzone.
  
• Provides support for additional CMU properties, including but not limited to supportingcmu.org and CMUMavericks.com.
  
• Supports other forms of digital communications such as HTML emails and digital signage.
  
• Leads and/or participates in various councils/meetings as assigned.
  
  ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE FOR RIGHT FIT
  
• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university plus five years proven experience in website design and development.
  
• Solid design experience with cross-browser platform compatibility.
  
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS and Javascript/jquery. Content Management System experience and experience designing and deploying content for mobile devices.
  
• Three years working knowledge of and proficiency with recognized industry software applications such as Dreamweaver, or other coding software, Photoshop and Illustrator with an understanding of design and delivery to the web.
  
• Experience working in higher education or another large, complex organization.
  
  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  
  DISCLAIMER - This position description is only a summary of the typical functions of this seat, and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and areas of accountability.
  
  DIRECT INQUIRIES CONTACT: Andrea Keck, askeck@coloradomesa.edu
  
  HOW TO APPLY: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:
  
• Cover letter
  
• Resume
  
• Include the name, phone number, email address and relationship of at least three professional references who can attest to your ability to perform the job you are applying for. Professional references should include at least one current or former supervisor. Professional reference may also include current or former employers, colleagues or other professionals who have first-hand knowledge and can recommend you for employment.
  
• Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)
  
  ABOUT COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY
  A comprehensive university in Grand Junction, Colorado Mesa University provides exceptional educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus. As western Colorado's largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction, its satellite campus in Montrose, its technical college, CMU Tech, and via online offerings.
  
  Colorado Mesa University serves as the primary intellectual and cultural center of western Colorado and promotes the exchange of ideas that are of regional, national, and international importance. Founded in 1925, it is a dynamic university enrolling 10,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate, and graduate levels.
  
  At the heart of the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they will encounter in life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that supports students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands.
  
  The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you will not have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs, and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, rafting, and a mountain resort that's less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorado's best kept secrets.
  
  Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.
  
  Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed.

  
  Colorado Mesa University
  
  Attn: Human Resources Office
  
  1100 North Avenue
  
  Grand Junction, CO 81501

  
  970.248.1820