Frontend Web Developer – Libraries

Role Overview

• The developer reports to the Director of Systems in the WVU Libraries and works as part of the Systems department
• The developer has a strong commitment to user-centered services, web accessibility, improving user experience, and service excellence
• They will inventory and conduct accessibility audits and evaluations of digital content, platforms, and technologies, including websites, digital collections, software tools, documents (PDF, Word, PowerPoint), multimedia, and electronic resources
• They will visualize the results of accessibility audits and usability testing, and make recommendations to improve digital collections, web applications, websites, and services based on accessibility standards and best practices, usability testing data, and market research
• They will review library content and web interfaces and provide feedback to library employees for content creation and remediation based on available tools and resources
• The developer works collaboratively with library faculty and staff and campus partners to use the information gathered through accessibility audits and user testing to design and implement accessible, user-friendly, and intuitive interfaces
• The developer will support the development, implementation, and maintenance of a comprehensive digital accessibility program at WVUL aligned with WCAG 2.1/2.2 AA standards and applicable federal and state regulations (e.g., ADA, Section 508)
• The developer will update and make improvements to WVU Libraries websites, web applications, digital collections, and other web-based resources for improved accessibility, usability, and quality assurance
• They will also conduct usability testing of library websites and applications as needed.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in web design or related field, and/or 4 years of experience in front-end web development with 2 years focused on digital accessibility or assistive technology
• A minimum of two (2) years front-end web development or digital accessibility experience
• Experience with assistive technologies (Kurzweil, Dragon Naturally Speaking, JAWS, and ZoomText)
• Working knowledge of Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, its 2008 amendments, and WCAG 2.1 as well as other appropriate laws pertaining to higher education and disabilities
• Familiarity with principles of universal design
• Experience with service design
• Experience with Ruby on Rails
• Experience with data visualization and presentation
• Experience designing responsive web applications
• Experience using component-based systems and modern tooling to generate production CSS/JS
• Demonstrated skills with HTML, CSS, SCSS, JavaScript, and content management systems (CMS)
• Experience working with WCAG and Section 508 accessibility requirements, including using accessibility checkers (e.g. SiteImprove, WAVE)
• Understanding of Ajax, JSON, and Restful systems
• Demonstrated ability to work with revision control systems, such as Git
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Tech Stack

• JavaScript
• Ruby
• Ruby on Rails
• SCSS

Benefits

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year or more based on years of service
• 18 sick days per year
• A range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks
• Wellness programs