Junior Web Developer

Overview

Under the general supervision of the Web Designer, the Junior Web Developer Associate provides digital support to the University-Student Union (U-SU). The Junior Web Developer Associate is responsible for performing some complex clerical, web-related maintenance tasks and projects for the effective operation of the U-SU website and graphics department.

Job Title
:
Junior Web Developer Associate

Hourly Rate
: $18.32 per hour; non-exempt classification

Duration
:
Academic Year (Fall/Spring) with the possibility of extension

Work Schedule
:
Up to 20 hours/week (no more than 999 hours per calendar year.) The schedule developed with the Web Designer

Training Period
:
Two months with the possibility of extension

• Ensure all web pages are updated with the most up-to-date information and images available;
• Ensure events are updating and rendering accurately on the homepage and virtual calendar;
• Research and stay updated on modern technologies and trends;
• Frontend: ensure that everything that the users see and interact with adheres to the U-SU’s design and accessibility standards;
• Backend: maintain and create API endpoints to our database for CRUD operations while keeping sensitive data secure;
• Deployment: ensure the continuous operation and hosting of the website on Vercel;
• Attends and participates in mandatory departmental biweekly meetings, 1-1 meetings with the supervisor as needed;
• Provides quality customer service to the University community;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Currently enrolled Cal State LA student with a minimum of 6 undergraduate units and a minimum GPA of 2.0, or graduate student with at least 4 graduate units and a minimum Cal State LA cumulative GPA of 3.0;
• Willingness to work with an ethnically diverse and culturally pluralistic student body and staff;
• Ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships;
• Willingness to provide effective customer service promptly and courteously;
• Proficient oral, written, and listening skills;
• Strong organizational skills: the ability to prioritize and complete assigned duties and complex tasks;
• Strong interpersonal and group communication skills in a team environment;
• Must be self-motivated, able to adapt to changing workloads, and have independent judgment;
• Experience using various desktop and web-based applications and office equipment;
• Experience with user interfaces, responsiveness, image optimization, scripting, web accessibility, design, and web development standards;
• Proficiency with Git Hub;
• Previous web design and/or web programming experience;
• Knowledgeable in AGILE workflow and providing updates and work documentation via Notion Kanban;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.