Web Developer

• Employer paid contribution of 9.37% to your retirement plan with no waiting period. Who doesn't love free money?
• We cover 82% of costs related to health, dental and life insurance.
• Generous leave time to support your work/life balance with paid holidays, sick leave and vacation time, 3 personal days, and two weeks off over Christmas break! Not to mention, you get time off at Spring Break and Friday's off in the summer.
• Have you ever wanted to take an art class? Interested in exploring entrepreneurship? FREE tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents makes this dream a reality.
• Access to amenities like our Children's Center, Hay Library, aquatic center, fitness center, theatre and more.
• When adventure calls, head out to the Flaming Gorge Reservoir, take a hike around Mustang Loop, surf the local sand dunes, or jump in the car and travel to Salt Lake City, Jackson Hole, or Laramie. For a map of our area, and links to activities and places, view westernwyoming.edu/outsider.

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The Web Developer is responsible for the development and maintenance of the College website. This person maintains digital content by working with the campus community, ensuring all content is accurate and assures that pages are up-to-date and follow established College standards. This position requires an individual who is capable of applying the knowledge and experiences pertinent to web design. This individual works with people throughout the campus with varying levels of technical knowledge and interest in the website.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES FOR WHICH THIS INDIVIDUAL IS ACCOUNTABLE

1. Develops and implements search engine optimization (SEO) strategies aimed at increasing website visibility and traffic; monitors site performance using Google Analytics and internal tools and generates regular reports to track key metrics and trends.
2. Serve as the liaison with related vendors and platform providers for all website-related tools, CMS platforms, and analytics services.
3. Centralize all related vendor communication to prevent duplicate outreach and ensure consistency in issue tracking, updates, and follow-through.
4. Structure and maintain content to support search engine optimization (SEO) best practices, including metadata, alt text, page speed, keyword strategy, and semantic HTML.
5. Manage search engine marketing campaigns, including the purchase and optimization of Google Ads (AdWords) to improve visibility, traffic, and ROI.
6. Monitor and improve search engine placement through ongoing keyword performance analysis, competitor benchmarking, and content updates.
7. Create and manage public-facing digital profiles such as Google Business Profiles, Apple Maps listings, and other directory listings to ensure accurate branding, location, hours, and engagement content (e.g., photos, reviews, posts).
8. Plans, designs, and maintains Western's interactive website templates and visual standards to ensure consistent branding, engaging imagery, and optimal functionality across all browsers and platforms.
9. Trains college personnel in the development of the official website and related materials.
10. Supports college personnel with website-related issues using a ticketing system.
11. Upholds website style guidelines to ensure consistency with Western's approved branding, proper grammar, and compliance with current web accessibility standards, including WCAG 2.1.
12. Design and optimize website and digital content for mobile-first experiences, ensuring compatibility across devices and platforms.
13. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement mobile-friendly layouts, responsive designs, and user interface elements that enhance engagement and conversion on smartphones and tablets.
14. Support integration of digital assistant strategies by structuring content and metadata for voice search optimization (VSEO) and compatibility with voice-activated platforms (e.g., Alexa, Siri, Google Assistant).
15. Collaborate with designers and teams to build and maintain accessible digital experiences, ensuring all web development adheres to WCAG guidelines and other relevant accessibility standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Abilities, Education, and Experience)

1. Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, graphic design, digital media, or a related field from a regionally accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant professional experience.
2. Two - Four years of professional experience in web design or digital marketing with a demonstrated portfolio of responsive, SEO-optimized websites.
3. Experience designing for mobile-first and accessibility-compliant web environments (e.g., WCAG, ADA guidelines).
4. Familiarity with voice search optimization and structuring content for digital assistants (e.g., schema markup, featured snippets).
5. Hands-on experience with Google Ads, Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and Google Business Profile management.
6. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, faculty, administrators, and other members of the College community; strong verbal and written communication skills.

Equivalency Statement

For those candidates who do not meet all the minimum qualifications, an equivalent combination of education and experience, which has provided comparable knowledge and abilities, will be acceptable.

Preferred Qualifications:

PREFERRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

1. Master's degree in Web Design, Digital Media, Marketing, Computer Science, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience) from a regionally accredited institution.
2. Google Ads Certification (Search, Display, or Measurement specializations).
3. Google Analytics Certification (GA4).
4. SEO-specific training or certifications from platforms like SEMrush, Moz, or Yoast.
5. UX/UI Design certifications, such as those from Coursera or Google UX Design Certificate.
6. Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and basic JavaScript or CMS platforms.

Open Date: 12/11/2025

Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Unofficial transcripts are accepted for application purposes. Official transcripts are required as a condition of employment.

Please know that Western Wyoming Community College does not provide sponsorship. This position is an on campus position.

Estimated Salary: $59,300 - $71,200

FLSA: Exempt