Web Developer & CMS Solutions Specialist

Web Developer & CMS Solutions Specialist - #002861

Western Carolina University seeks a Web Developer & CMS Solutions Specialist to support the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the university’s web presence. This position focuses on front‑end development, CMS enhancements, accessibility implementation, and digital experience optimization across WCU websites by creating accessible, responsive, and user‑friendly digital experiences.

Primary location is on‑site in Cullowhee, NC. Exempt from the State of North Carolina Human Resources Act (EHRA). The role involves developing and maintaining CMS templates, page layouts, reusable components, and custom functionality; translating approved designs, wireframes, and content needs into maintainable web pages; and using front‑end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, XML, and XSL to support CMS‑managed content, feature areas, landing page elements, embedded tools, social media integrations, and related web functionality.

The position also troubleshoots layout, styling, browser behavior, mobile display, accessibility, usability, performance, and functionality issues; tests new and updated web features before launch; and supports ongoing improvements to website accessibility, consistency, page load speed, and overall digital experience.

• Develop and maintain CMS templates, layouts, and reusable components.
• Translate designs and content needs into accessible, mobile‑friendly web pages.
• Troubleshoot layout, styling, browser behavior, mobile display, accessibility, usability, performance, and functionality issues.
• Test new and updated web features before launch.
• Provide CMS guidance, implement scalable web solutions, and maintain documentation.
• Collate and collaborate with content creators, designers, marketers, web administrators, IT partners, and campus stakeholders.
• Stay current with emerging web technologies, UX trends, accessibility requirements, and CMS capabilities.

• Knowledge of content management systems and reusable web components.
• Knowledge of web accessibility, usability, responsive design, and UX best practices.
• Skill in building, maintaining, and troubleshooting CMS templates, layouts, and web functionality.
• Skill in translating designs and content needs into accessible, mobile‑friendly web pages.
• Ability to document technical processes and provide CMS guidance to users.
• Ability to collaborate with designers, marketers, IT partners, and campus stakeholders.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States; no immigration sponsorship needed.
• Bachelor’s degree and one to three years of related web development experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience creating, updating, or maintaining web content in a content management system.

• Experience with Modern Campus CMS (formerly Omni Update), building reusable templates, widgets, or CMS components, and knowledge of XSL and XML.
• Experience with Word Press or similar web platforms, support for large‑scale websites or digital governance initiatives, web performance optimization, analytics tools, and implementation of accessibility standards such as WCAG 2.1 AA.

Permanent, Full‑Time. 40 hours per week, 12 months per year.

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina.