Title: Information Technology - Web Developer

Position Number: 0097286T

Hiring Unit: Office of the Provost

Location: Manoa Campus

Date Posted: November 18, 2025

Closing Date: December 3, 2025

Band: B

Salary: salary schedules and placement information

Full Time/Part Time: Full-time

Month: 11-month

Temporary/Permanent: Temporary

Other conditions: This appointment is temporary with the possibility of conversation to a permanent position. The position description is pending approval. Continuation of employment is subject to satisfactory performance and the availability of funds.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. This position serves as the lead web developer for the Office of the Provost, responsible for creating, managing, and optimizing digital platforms that communicate the Provost’s initiatives and uphold the university’s brand. It combines technical expertise, content creation, and collaborative support to ensure a cohesive and impactful online presence across various departments and programs.
2. Manages and maintains the official website and associated digital properties of the Office of the Provost, ensuring all content is accurate, current, and aligned with the Provost’s messaging and strategic priorities.
3. Provides expert consultation on web development best practices, including site architecture, user experience (UX) design, and web content accessibility guidelines (WCAG) for various units reporting to the Provost.
4. Manages multiple concurrent web projects, prioritizing tasks, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring timely, high-quality outcomes.
5. Designs, develops, and maintains the official website of the Office of the Provost and its affiliated digital properties, ensuring technical integrity, security, and scalability.
6. Leads the design and implementation of new websites and digital assets for strategic initiatives, academic programs, and special events.
7. Stays current with emerging web technologies, industry trends, and standards, proactively recommending and implementing enhancements to improve the Provost's digital footprint.
8. Serves as the lead content strategist and creator, drafting, editing, and curating digital copy that reflects the institutional tone and adheres to university brand standards.
9. Produces a range of multimedia assets, including graphics, video, and interactive content, to strengthen engagement and support the Provost’s strategic goals.
10. Collaborates directly with campus units and stakeholders to transform complex strategic messaging into engaging and accessible digital content that reflects the Provost’s priorities and resonates with diverse audiences.
11. Monitors and analyzes website traffic, user behavior, and engagement metrics using data-driven insights to inform content strategy, optimize user experience, and drive continuous improvement.
12. Provides training, support, and guidance on digital best practices to various units and administrative teams, fostering a culture of digital excellence and consistency across campus initiatives.
13. Ensures the consistent application of the University of Hawai?i's visual identity and brand guidelines across all digital platforms managed by the Office of the Provost.
14. Attend campus-wide events outside of normally schedule work hours as directed.
15. Attends university events, departmental collaborations, conferences, presentations, and trainings that may involve travel.
16. Other duties as assigned
17. Denotes essential function

Minimum Qualifications

1. Possession of a pertinent baccalaureate educational degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Web Development, Software Engineering, Graphic Design and five (5) years of progressively responsible professional information technology experience with responsibilities for website design, accessibility compliance, and/or analytics reporting, of which two (2) years of the experience must have been comparable in scope and complexity to the next lower payband in the University of Hawai'i broadband system; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
2. Considerable working knowledge of website design and development as demonstrated by the broad knowledge and understanding of the full range of pertinent standard and evolving information technology concepts, principles and methodologies.
3. Considerable working knowledge and understanding of the broad technology, systems, hardware and software associated with website design, development and performance management, accessibility compliance, and analytics reporting.
4. Demonstrated ability to recognize a wide range of intricate problems, use reasoning and logic to determine accurate causes, and apply principles and practices to determine, evaluate, integrate, and implement practical and thorough solutions in an effective and timely manner.
5. Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials.
6. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals.
7. If applicable, for supervisory work, demonstrated ability to lead subordinates, manage work priorities and projects, and manage employee relations.
8. Demonstrated proficiency in creating visual mockups, wireframes, and/or prototypes using associated software (i.e., Figma, Sketch, Penpot, or Lunacy).
9. Demonstrated proficiency in web development standards and languages (i.e., HTML/CSS, PHP, JavaScript, or comparable).
10. Knowledge of user interface and user experience design.
11. Knowledge of coding practices necessary for developing web-based applications and websites; prototyping and iterative development techniques; and systems development methodology and techniques.
12. Demonstrated proficiency of web content management systems (i.e. Wordpress, Drupal, Cascade, or similar).
13. Knowledge of usability concepts and ADA requirements for web-based applications and websites.
14. Familiarity with project management systems such as ASANA, Slack, Jira, etc.
15. Ability to travel on and off island for university events and collaborative efforts with departments, conferences, presentations, and training.
16. Ability to work outside of normally scheduled work hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as directed.

Desirable Qualifications

1. Demonstrated knowledge and experience with higher education website design and development.
2. Advanced knowledge of web content management systems, specifically in Cascade Hannon Hill.
3. Knowledge and understanding of social media platforms and practices, and integrating social media into website design.
4. Knowledge of Bootstrap, React, and/or JQuery.
5. Knowledge of Structured Query Language (SQL).
6. Experience with a source control system such as GitHub.
7. Knowledge of UH Manoa programs and organizations, their purposes and functions, in a large, public, research university.

To Apply:

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. Applicants must submit the following:

1. Cover letter indicating your interest in the position and how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications;
2. Resume;
3. Names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of three (3) professional references; and
4. Copy of unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be required at the time of hire). Academic record/grade summaries will NOT be accepted. Copy of diplomas will NOT be accepted.) Documents issued from an institution outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant.

IMPORTANT: If multiple applications are received from the same candidate, only the last one will be reviewed. Please DO NOT include any self-identifying photos, REFERENCES TO SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBERS AND BIRTH DATE on any documents within the application packet. All items become the property of the University of Hawaii and will not be returned. Only complete applications will be passed on to the search committee for consideration. Incomplete or unreadable application materials will not be considered.

Inquiries: Jennel Sesoko, 808-956-0467, jsesoko@hawaii.edu

EEO, Clery Act, ADA

The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.

In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.

In accordance with Article 10 of the unit 08 collective bargaining agreement, bargaining unit members receive priority consideration for APT job vacancies. As a result, external or non BU 08 applicants may not be considered for some APT vacancies. BU 08 members with re-employment rights or priority status are responsible for informing the hiring unit of their status.

Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/

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