Web Designer

Company: WestCare Foundation
Location: Henderson
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

Web Designer Job DetailsJob Location Henderson - 1711 Whitney Mesa - Henderson, NV Remote Type Optional Work from Home Position Type Full Time Education Level 2 Year Degree Salary Range $40,000.00 - $55,000.00 Salary/year Job Category Information Technology POSITION SUMMARY: This position is part of the Software Development division of the Information Technology Department and is responsible for front-end design through building and implementing new Web pages; creating and adding visual elements to the sites; and performing day-to-day administration of the organizations Web portfolio. This position requires a combination of light programming skills and aesthetics, experience with responsive and adaptive design, and an understanding of the entire web design process with emphasis on utilizing content management systems. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: + Structures, designs, and implements interactive corporate Web sites for WestCare Foundation and its subsidiaries. + Works closely with the Marketing Department in setting organizational online strategy and incorporating brand elements and relevant market research findings into websites. + Meets with business leaders and department managers to identify, recommend, and prioritize requirements. + Collaborates with graphic designers to create icons, logos, and other images. + Determines appropriate architecture, and other technical solutions, and make relevant recommendations to stakeholders. + Produces and demonstrates wireframes or mockup sites to solicit feedback. + Employs industry and design best practices through website build process and next-generation digital trends. + Designs layouts for mobile, tablet, and desktop devices to create products that are user-friendly, effective, and appealing. + Optimizes sites for maximum speed and scalability. + Liaises with back-end developers to integrate plugins and applications. + Maintains and provides ongoing support of web properties, including content updates and promotional materials to ensure site accuracy and currency. + Diagnoses and troubleshoots problems with website functionality. + Establishes policies and procedures for publishing Web pages and applications in conjunction with content creators. + Performs periodic Web site audit to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. + Monitors and reports on Web site traffic and performance. + Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation; and + Perform all other duties as assigned. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + Excellent interpersonal skills. + Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language. + Highly self-motivated and directed. + Keen attention to detail. + Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities. + Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. + Very strong customer service orientation. + Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. + Willingness to seek out new work projects and contribute ideas and efforts to the constant improvement of WestCare services. + Ability to respond as needed to crisis situations in an efficient manner. + Ability to complete work tasks within scheduled work hours. + Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct and confidentiality. + Professional appearance and demeanor. + Must be able to successfully obtain and maintain a criminal background clearance. + Valid drivers license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required; and + During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: + At least one year of comprehensive experience with structuring, developing, and implementing interactive corporate Web sites using content management systems (CMS). + Demonstrable web design skills with a strong portfolio. + Experience with building custom CMS themes. + Understanding of marketing, production, corporate identity, and advertising. + Skilled in appropriate programming languages such as HTML and CSS and desktop publishing tools such as Photoshop. + Proficiency with website analytics. + Talent for multimedia design, digital retouching, and image editing. + A strong eye for visual design and composition. + Experience in gathering and analyzing business requirements. + Excellent knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws. + Relevant Associate Degree required; Bachelors Degree preferred. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: + Certification in web design, web development, graphic design, data analytics, and/or marketing preferred. WORKING CONDITIONS: + Work is performed either remotely or in a professional, office setting. + A minimum of 40 hours per week. Completion of job duties may require working before and after normal working hours. Regular attendance is required. Being able to work as many hours as is necessary to complete job tasks is a required and essential duty of this position.

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