Web Designer

Job Title

General Characteristics Responsible for the design, development and creation of user-centered designs for Web sites. Responsibilities include human factors engineering, heuristic evaluations and usability testing for Web and client based applications as well as metrics setting and monitoring for assessing the usability of the Web application. Works to improve the usability, usefulness, and desirability of Web sites in collaboration with Graphic Designers, Product Managers, Engineering Staff and other Web Designers. Must be able to perform usability tests, provide design prototypes and provide ad hoc user interface consulting. Responsible for requirements gathering and articulation of user interface issues—including development of page/site prototypes. Must be knowledgeable of user-centered design methodology, user scenarios, usability testing, storyboarding, paper and interactive prototypes. Must have demonstrated skills in graphic applications, HTML development tools and other applicable authoring tools, Web production, front-end development using programming and scripting languages. Must be able to integrate design into program rules and system architecture and create innovative approaches to improving the end-user experience. Must be familiar with platform/browser compatibility and basic usability issues.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Graphic Design, or other related field. Or equivalent work experience.

Experience

A minimum of 3 years of combined IT and graphic design experience. Able to understand HTML and strong working knowledge of Web generators and photographic libraries. Possesses a portfolio of Web sites or solutions.

Complexity

Intermediate professional level role. Works on moderately complex, to complex projects that require a solid understanding of Web design and layout. Works on multiple projects as a team member and sometimes as a project leader. May coach more junior technical staff. Please note that this application is part of our candidate pool for future staffing needs under our contract with the State of Florida. Positions may not be available immediately, and job locations, assignments, and start dates may vary depending on agency requirements. By applying, you will be considered for current and upcoming opportunities, and we will reach out if a role that matches your skills and qualifications becomes available.