Marketing Communications Web Developer

Summary

D’Youville University is seeking a Web Developer to serve as the primary owner of the University’s web presence, overseeing content management, front‑end development, and ongoing optimization. This role plays a critical part in ensuring our websites are accurate, engaging, high‑performing, and aligned with institutional goals.

As part of the Marketing & Communications team, this individual will collaborate across departments to maintain and enhance the University’s digital experience, with a primary focus on the main website and support for additional web properties.

• Manage and maintain D’Youville’s primary website and related web properties
• Publish and update content (text, images, video, embeds) within the CMS (Drupal)
• Apply SEO and LMM optimization best practices, including metadata, internal linking, structured formatting, and content organization
• Conduct regular content audits to ensure accuracy, consistency, and performance
• Collaborate with campus partners to gather updates and maintain current academic and program information
• Ensure all web content aligns with institutional brand standards and messaging

• Develop and implement front‑end enhancements using HTML, CSS, and Java Script
• Build and maintain Drupal templates, components, and modules
• Support development within Slate, including landing pages and email templates
• Troubleshoot and resolve website issues across web properties
• Manage CMS performance, hosting, and uptime to ensure a reliable user experience
• Maintain website security and respond to vulnerabilities or breaches as needed
• Ensure compliance with accessibility standards (WCAG) and applicable regulations

• Continuously improve site usability and functionality based on user behavior and feedback
• Monitor SEO performance and search visibility
• Track website analytics (Google Analytics) and recommend improvements to engagement and conversion

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience

Experience

• 2–5+ years of experience managing and developing websites, preferably in a CMS environment (Drupal preferred)

Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and Java Script
• Experience publishing and managing structured content within a CMS
• Strong understanding of SEO best practices and web usability principles
• Ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate across teams

Physical & Environmental

• Handle multiple tasks and priorities at once while solving problems and being innovative.
• Must possess a student‑centered personal philosophy.
• Ability to work occasional evening or weekend hours
• Uphold and abide by D’Youville University policies and procedures, including but not limited to Title IX and Information Security, including but not limited to FERPA and other state and federal guidelines and mandates.
• This position demands accuracy, honesty, integrity, and the ability to support the mission, vision, and purpose of D’Youville University.

• Experience with Drupal development (themes, modules, or site building)
• Familiarity with Slate or similar CRM/marketing automation platforms
• Experience with Google Analytics or similar tools
• Understanding of web accessibility standards (WCAG)

Work Remotely: No

Work Location:

Buffalo, NY

Job Type: Full Time, Salaried Non‑Exempt

Pay: $65,000 - $80,000 Annually

All job offers are contingent upon legal authorization to work in New York State as determined by the NYS Department of Labor.

The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.