27847BR
Achievement & Assessment Inst
Position Overview
Assessment & Technology Solutions (ATS) , a center in The Achievement & Assessment Institute (AAI) , helps public agencies develop high-volume, highly scalable, and multi-device-compatible Software as a Service (SaaS) web applications to meet public needs. Our flagship program is the Kite® Suite, a SaaS-based testing platform used by multiple state departments of education. Incorporating the latest innovative software technology solutions, the Kite Suite can deliver a variety of test items, including custom simulation and technology-enhanced item types, in a variety of ways so that students with a wide range of skills and abilities can access the assessments and their related content.
ATS is looking for a Senior UI/UX Designer to turn our software into easy-to-use products for the students and educators that use the Kite Suite and associated websites. Using established design standards, the UI/UX Designer will work with ATS developers to coordinate development and delivery of new and existing features. This includes gathering user requirements, designing graphic elements, and building navigation components. We want to create both functional and appealing features that address our clients’ needs and help us grow our customer base. You will ensure that all elements of the user experience are optimized for improved usability, usefulness, and exceptional visual design. The successful candidate will evidence a passion for delivering adaptive and creative solutions to UI/UX design problems by staying up to date with best practices and emerging trends in user experience design and user interface technology.
May supervise or provide leadership to staff.
Job Description
UI/UX Design (90%)
- Gather and evaluate user requirements in collaboration with product managers and developers
- Works directly with developers to coordinate development and delivery of new or existing application features
- Illustrate design ideas using storyboards, process flows and sitemaps
- Design graphic user interface elements, like menus, tabs, and widgets
- Build page navigation buttons and search fields
- Develop UI mockups and prototypes that clearly illustrate how sites function and look like
- Create original graphic designs (e.g., images, sketches, and tables)
- Prepare and present rough drafts to internal teams and key stakeholders
- Identify and troubleshoot UX problems (e.g., responsiveness)
- Ensure consistent layout and theme across suite of applications
- Conduct layout adjustments based on user feedback
- Adhere to style standards on fonts, colors, and images
Other Duties (10%)
- Provide leadership on projects
- Attend meetings
Position Requirements
This position allows for a hybrid work location for well-qualified candidates. Schedule will require work onsite 2-3 days per week, depending on project load and timelines.
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Contact Information to Applicants
Lisa Braun, [email protected]
Additional Candidate Instruction
A complete application consists of:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Portfolio of design work
- 3 Professional References
Include hyperlink to portfolio of design work in cover letter or resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Review of applications begins on May 21, 2024 and continues as needed to collect a pool of qualified applicants. To ensure consideration, apply before the application review date.
Advertised Salary Range
Starting at $71,000, commensurate with experience
Application Review Begins
21-May-2024
Anticipated Start Date
10-Jun-2024
Primary Campus
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
FLSA Status
Administrative
Employee Class
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Job Family
Information Technology-KUL
Conditions of Employment
Contingent on Funding
Work Location Assignment
Hybrid
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, [email protected], Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.
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