Drupal Web Developer 2 (# 365512)

About the Job

Summary of
Position:

The University Relation’s Digital Communications team is seeking to fill a Drupal Web Developer 2 position to
support many of the University’s marketing and communications needs. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining
websites, coding HTML email templates, and supporting other digital media. Web Developers work with a marketing team including writers,
designers, project managers, photographers, and videographers to create and update web and other digital communications that support the
strategies of the University. The team collaborates with communicators and developers on all University campuses and works closely with the
Office of Information Technology. In this position you will use the Folwell web theme to develop and redesign University websites; help
craft systemwide standard processes and resources like templates, accessibility standards, and Drupal training. In this role you will be a
leader in the University’s web community through systemwide collaboration.

This is a 100%-time, 12-month, annually renewable
appointment in the academic professional and administrative (P&A) personnel series (job classification 9702WD, IT Pro 2-Web
Dev/Design). 

Job Duties:

General Website Creation and Maintenance (70%)

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Develops and builds responsive websites in Drupal using HTML, CSS, PHP, Twig, and Javascript.
– Configures layouts via node templates,
paragraphs, blocks, or layout builder; write clean, reusable, and maintainable code following the web standard processes.
– Moves code
and databases between environments on the Acquia platform and handles code deployments across multiple environments.
– Develops content
types, custom solutions, accessibility features, fields, blocks, regions, views, sub-themes, entities, taxonomies, forms, and other web
elements.
– Creates and styles Drupal websites to adhere to the University’s Folwell web theme.
– Develops accessible components in
the Pattern Library system based on guidance from the technical team lead.
– Collaborates and contributes to code development and issues
management using Git source code management system and GitHub.
– Develops and participates in usability planning, prototype development,
site testing, and issue resolution as issues are identified through UX and accessibility testing.
– Works with the digital project
strategist, technical team lead, and digital communications director to ensure website solutions are appropriate and support the strategy
for the site.
– Identify creative solutions for websites using new technologies.
– Ensures responsive design is applied well across
our sites.
– Uses project management software (e.g. Asana) to prioritize and organize the work.
– Be familiar with and consistently
use and promote the University’s brand requirements, guidelines, and assets.
– Helps manage the coding and distribution of the
University’s central web and email header/footer assets (images, css, scripts) for responsive templates, CMS integration, and others as
needed.
– Suggests improvements or changes in brand standards as technology evolves.

Quality Control and Website Testing
(10%)

– Reviews, tests, and manages Drupal and module updates as recommended by the technical team lead and central IT.
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Researches and recommends modules to be added to the UMN Drupal platform.
– Tests and validates websites for accurate code structure,
code standards, browser compatibility, appropriate responsive behavior, performance, alignment to University accessibility standards and the
Folwell web theme, and brand compliance.
– Ensures websites meet WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility requirements

Web Support
(15%)

– Partners with developers in the team to analyze and deliver specific client needs.
– Provides support for
client-supported, Drupal websites including crafting a custom solution, issue management, documentation development, and training.
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Undertakes special projects as they arise.
– Develops responsive HTML templates for emails.
– Assists with other digital communication
needs as they arise.
– Draft and publish blog content regarding evolving digital trends, web standard processes, and maintaining brand
standards for the web.

Professional Development (5%)

– Independently learns features of new and changing
technologies through online and written materials.
– Attends conferences, workshops, seminars, and participates in other professional
development opportunities.
– Participates in various committees and groups on and off campus such as Web People.
– Presents on web
development projects, evolving digital trends, web standard processes, and brand standards to various communities of practice and
conferences,, such as Twin Cities Drupal Camp.
– Develop skills to assist in projects that incorporate technologies not currently used by
UR.

Reporting Structure: This position reports to the senior developer and technical team lead.

Work
Schedule: Work days are Monday-Friday. Flexible hours between 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m CST. Final work schedule to be determined upon
hire.

Work Location: This position is remote.

Eligibility to work: At this time, we
are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have current and unrestricted
authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the
future.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

– BA/BS
degree in MIS, computer science, or a closely related field AND TWO years of progressively more responsible professional experience in a
variety of information technology areas related to the duties assigned, or master’s degree.
– Experience in using GitHub and coding in
HTML, CSS, PHP, Twig, and Javascript.
– Experience in Drupal 9/10 site-building.

Preferred
Qualifications:

– Knowledge of WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards and its implementation.
– Experience working with the
University’s Folwell web theme.
– Experience with Drupal sub-theming.
– Experience with CSS preprocessors such as SASS.
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Comfortable with coding ‘from scratch’ as well as light use of existing frameworks.
– Comfortable with setting up local development
environments.
– Ability to work within a team environment where design and production are a collaborative effort.
– Good background in
user interface design and development, including familiarity with standard processes used to ensure quality, usability, and accessibility of
developed websites.
– Demonstrable ability to work independently and as part of a team.
– Ability to develop user and technical
documentation.
– Ability to take on new projects and learn new skills as technology changes and grows.
– Experience with higher
education.
– Clear understanding of Google and Microsoft tools, spreadsheets and familiarity with Figma, Salesforce Marketing Cloud and
Adobe creative suite.

Eligibility to work: At this time, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this
position. Applicants must have current and unrestricted authorization to work in the United States without
the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

About the Department

The Digital
Communications team is a part of the Marketing and Communications unit within University Relations, the University of Minnesota’s central
communications unit. University Relations promotes pride, trust, and understanding of the University to internal and external audiences,
working extensively with the Office of the President, central administrative units, system campuses and many of the schools and colleges
across the University.

The Digital Communications team supports a suite of approximately 40-50 Drupal websites. Team members work
with a team of marketing professionals to create and update web and other digital communications that support the strategies of the
University. Our team has developed the University’s Folwell web theme in collaboration with the University’s Office of Information
Technology and collaborates with communicators and developers on all University campuses.

Pay and
Benefits

Pay Range: $78,000 to $82,000 annually; depending on
education/qualifications/experience 

Time Appointment: 75%-100% Appointment

Position
Type: Faculty and P&A Staff 

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit
eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid
  holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs
  supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit
  Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending
  accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing
  program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
  opportunity
• Financial counseling services 
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no
  cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the
  Twin Cities metro area

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online.  To be
considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.  You will be given the opportunity to complete
an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached
after application by accessing your “My Job Applications” page and uploading documents in the “My Cover Letters and Attachments”
section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612)
624-8647.

Eligibility to work: At this time, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
Applicants must have current and unrestricted authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the
future.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity
and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission.  The University is
committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal
access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin,
gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender
expression.  To learn more about diversity at the U:  http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment
is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here.
Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of
M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin
Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students
a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation’s most vibrant, diverse metropolitan
communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers,
international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of
Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women
and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018,
2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).