Author: Jamey Chapin

We are seeking a creative, dynamic, and talented Front End Web Developer, who can translate website designs into state of the art mobile and web experience for campus users. Candidates will need to plan and build innovative websites where the presentation “feels” real and responds intelligently to user interactions, using the latest technologies such as HTML 5, CSS 3, Advance JavaScript frameworks and emerging mobile development platforms. The Front End Developer will participate in general project planning meetings with key team members to ensure level of efforts are accurate and that existing industry standards are being met and/or new standards are being developed and implemented. This position will work under the direction of Director of Administration Information Systems (AIS).

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply advanced knowledge of modern web development standards to implement website designs using HTML 5, CSS 3 and JavaScript (XML and XLST knowledge also preferred)
• Update and maintain existing HTML, CSS and JavaScript templates for campus websites
• Use responsive design techniques to ensure content adapts appropriately to mobile devices and browsers
• Perform server-side programming including interaction with databases and syndicated feeds (such as PHP, MySQL and RSS)
• Manage user accounts and permissions for the university’s content management system (CMS)
• Configure and maintain web statistics software for the campus website and provide reports when needed
• Communicate information and requests to project team members, management, and impacted parties in a timely manager using appropriate methods

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent experience, in Computer Science or related field
• Demonstrated ability in using HTML, JavaScript and CSS to develop websites based on provided graphical designs
• Experience with XML and XSLT preferred, willingness to learn is acceptable
• Experience in the use and support of a content management system preferred
• Passionate about pushing the boundaries of interactive technologies
• Must be comfortable working in a collaborative environment
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Experience with cross-platform, multi-browser issues
• Experience with graphics generation software, including Adobe Photoshop

We encourage those who are interested or know someone that may be interested to go to http://www.uww.edu/employment/jobs/4213.html for a full description of the position and information on how to apply.

Carolyn Wilson has announced she will be leaving UW-Whitewater to join a technology company called SPSI – Systems Programming & Solutions, Inc. in Wauwatosa in the position of eMarketing Manager. In this newly created role, Carolyn will build up not only their digital marketing, but marketing as a whole for SPSI. Carolyn’s last day at UW-Whitewater will be Friday, April 12.

Since joining ICIT in 2006, Carolyn has been a key contributor to many ICIT initiatives. She was instrumental in transitioning various campus websites from the old Content Management System (CMS) to the new Ingenuix CMS and played a key role in developing the mobile strategy and plan. During this transition, she ensured that all UWW websites met consistent branding and Section 508 Accessibility standards. Her work was very much appreciated by our customers across campus. In 2012, Carolyn received a Chancellor’s Award on Disability Concerns for her work to ensure all UWW web content meets World Wide Web Consortium (W3C)’s Accessibility Guidelines.

We thank Carolyn for her years of dedicated service to the University and ICIT. We wish her the best of luck in all future endeavors!

The web team is working with the customers to prioritize Carolyn’s projects. While this assessment will continue for a few weeks, all inquiries regarding the logistics of Carolyn’s projects should be directed to Anand Vangipuram.

ICIT is currently looking for an experienced Business Analyst. In this newly created role, the candidate will establish and maintain business analysis practices and procedures across multiple colleges, divisions and departments, ensuring business requirements are elicited accurately, designs meet business needs, and use cases directly lead to test cases. The position reports to AIS Manager Anand Vangipuram.

An ideal candidate would have the following qualifications:

• Knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system fundamentals
• Experience working with ImageNow (Perceptive)
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Effective time management skills
• Advanced testing techniques
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Teamwork and issue resolution skills

We encourage those who are interested or know someone that may be interested to go to http://www.uww.edu/employment/jobs/4218.html for a full description of the position and information on how to apply.

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Dan Baker has announced he will be leaving ICIT to begin a new adventure – starting a web, graphic design, programming and marketing company with two friends.  

Dan joined ICIT in Jan. 2011 as Web Infrastructure Technologist. In this role he led the technical implementation of the Ingeniux Web Content Management System, managed enterprise Web technologies, and was a part of the ICIT Web Team in ensuring high-quality presentation of UW-Whitewater Web content and services.  He also served as an advocate for the adoption of new Web technologies, such as tools for enhanced support of mobile devices. 

Dan’s responsibilities will be covered by Carolyn Wilson and Brad Westness while we assess the needs of the web team. For any questions, please contact Anand Vangipuram.

Dan’s last day in ICIT will be Friday, Jan. 18.  We thank Dan for his many contributions to UW-Whitewater and we wish him the best of luck and success in his future endeavors!