Web Production Manager, University Marketing & Communications, Integrated Marketing & Branding [R0128570]

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Web Production Manager, University Marketing & Communications, Integrated Marketing & Branding [R0128570] 

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY 

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 31,000 students and more than 3,900 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 136,000 degrees, producing more than 120,000 alumni around the world. UNLV   is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine.  UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.  

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada. 

For more information, visit us online at:  http://www.unlv.edu  

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY 

The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment. 

ROLE of the POSITION 

Reporting to the senior director of web & digital strategy, the web production manager oversees the unit's web production team, which provides website development, training, and site maintenance services to the university community. 

The web production manager will also work with outside vendors for contract renewals, work with IT for domain name requests, and participate in long-term planning discussions concerning institutional initiatives and execute or oversee the development of websites to support those initiatives.  

VACCINATION MANDATE POLICY 

Per the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Emergency COVID-19 Employee Vaccination Policy , all NSHE employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical or religious waiver request. All candidates for employment must have this information on file with Human Resources prior to their start date. Information about how the policy applies to new hires is now available on the COVID-19 Employee Vaccine Mandate webpage .  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

This position requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, marketing, public relations, communications, business administration or relevant field from a regionally accredited college or university and 1-3 years of supervisory experience and web development. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start of employment. 

This position requires knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas: 

Knowledge: 

• Knowledge of how to access and utilize Internet resources. 

• Experience managing staff, including hiring and supervising employees, assigning projects, and overseeing workflow are essential. 

• Knowledge of UNLV-approved graphic standards and WCAG accessibility guidelines is essential. 

• Experience implementing web analytics, forms, JavaScript, JQuery, tables, password protection, and other advanced web techniques.  

Skills: 

• Demonstrated ability to provide direction and support to university clients 

• Superior interpersonal and customer service skills, in addition to excellent verbal, written and oral communications skills. 

• Applicant must be highly organized and detail oriented 

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills. 

• Strong communication and presentation skills. 

• Excellent coordination, communication, and organizational skills. Writing, proofreading, and editorial skills  

• Experience using a variety of Internet software applications, including various web browsers, SSH, and SFTP programs.  

• Experience managing the accessibility, usability, and creative design of websites.  

• Experience developing websites within a content management system such as Drupal or WordPress. Familiarity with Bootstrap concepts and classes. Experience hand coding in HTML 

• Creative production experience utilizing software applications to prepare and optimize images and documents (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, ImageOptim) for presentation on the web. 

Abilities: 

• Collaborate with communications professionals (web, social, brand content, and recruitment teams) to develop best web practices 

• Ability to be flexible and take on initiative to develop and/or take on other duties and projects. 

• Ability to manage time, meet project deadlines, and develop short- and long-term goals. 

• Work efficiently under deadline pressure, forecast potential setbacks, and develop solutions 

• Be highly flexible and able to adjust to changing priorities and circumstances, organizational delays, and political sensitivities 

• Foster collaboration across diverse, multifunctional teams, and conduct interpersonal relationships with professional demeanor 

• Show a commitment to UNLV's mission and efforts to promote diversity, equity and inclusion. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

Preferred Experience: 

• Experience in higher education 

•  5-7 years of experience 

• 3-5 years of supervisory experience 

• 3-5 years of management experience 

Preferred Knowledge: 

SALARY RANGE 

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions. Position is contingent upon funding.   

APPLICATION DETAILS 

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Please note that only applicants who have submitted all aforementioned required material (letter of interest, resume, and references) will be considered. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without a visa sponsorship. 

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates' materials will begin on Feb. 1, 2022. Materials should be addressed to Deana Waddell, Search Committee Chair, and are to be submitted online as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or [email protected] . 

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES 

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Find Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the requisition number, "R0128570" in the search box. 

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application. 

SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT 

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online. 

EEO/AA STATEMENT 

UNLV is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action educator and employer committed to achieving excellence through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, age, creed, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws. The University of Nevada, Las Vegas employs only United States citizens and non-citizens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Women, under-represented groups, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. 

TITLE IX STATEMENT 

UNLV does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities, including admissions, on the basis of sex/gender pursuant to Title IX, or on the basis of age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, color or religion pursuant to Title 4, Chapter 8, Section 13 of the NSHE Handbook. Reports of discriminatory misconduct, questions regarding Title IX, and/or concerns about noncompliance with Title IX or any other anti-discrimination laws or policies should be directed to UNLV's Title IX Coordinator Michelle Sposito. The Title IX Coordinator can be reached through the online reporting form, by email at [email protected] , by phone at (702) 895-4055, by mail at 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Box 451062, Las Vegas, NV, 89154-1062, or in person at Frank and Estella Beam Hall (BEH), Room 555. 

Job Category 

Administrative Faculty 

Required Attachment(s)

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted.

UNLV is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action educator and employer committed to achieving excellence through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, age, creed, national origin, veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws. The University of Nevada, Las Vegas employs only United States citizens and non-citizens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Women, under-represented groups, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.