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Web User Interface Designer

University of California- Davis Health
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vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, remote work
United States, California, Sacramento
Mar 27, 2025
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77174
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Sacramento
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Job Summary

Under the direction of the lead UI/UX designer and supervisor, with oversight by the Director of Digital Communications, design, develop and produce best in class websites, templates, components, and other digital assets, using established brand standards, knowledge of design and front-end development principles and other Web industry standards and best practices.

Apply By Date: 4/9/2025 by 11:59pm

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

  • Experience building custom Web components and features using modern Web front-end development languages, practices and patterns, including HTML, CSS/SCSS, Bootstrap 4+, JavaScript and JavaScript libraries (jQuery).
  • Experience translating design mockups and prototypes into seamless responsive Web pages and components with a high level of accuracy.
  • Experience using the command line, Grunt and working with code repositories such as Gitlab.
  • Experience integrating websites and Web applications with other existing applications, third-party/open-source platforms and/or APIs.
  • Experience applying responsive design principles to digital design and development projects.
  • Experience optimizing front-end code for best end-user performance.
  • Experience using modern design tools, frameworks, libraries, and scripts to produce intuitive and attractive user experiences for websites and applications.
  • Experience absorbing complex technical and conceptual information, identifying key issues and details, and presenting understandable alternatives, both orally and in writing, to individuals of varying technical expertise at all levels of the organization.
  • Experience designing effective, modern, high-quality user interfaces from scratch-through wireframes, mockups and interactive prototypes-using established UI/UX design principles and best practices.
  • Experience designing and developing custom HTML emails that adhere to email design best practices and standards.
  • Experience using professional tools, including Adobe Creative Suite and Figma, for image handling, UI/UX design, illustration, animation, and other state-of-the-art communication capabilities.
  • Skills and ability to develop web functionality using modern programming languages, practices and patterns, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
  • Skills to use advanced, modern design tools, frameworks, libraries, and scripts to produce intuitive and attractive user experiences for web sites and applications.
  • Knowledge of debugging techniques and usage of browser developer tools.
  • Knowledge of visual design principles with an emphasis on composition, layout and typography. Strong eye for detail.
  • Knowledge of current web strategies and trends. Web graphic design, page layout, and UI/UX skills using a variety of tools, including Adobe Creative Suite. UX strategy and information architecture skills.
  • Project management skills and experience to meet deadlines, follow-through on assignments, take direction, attend to and communicate about the details of any assignment, and juggle multiple competing priorities. Demonstrate personal initiative, time management and strong multitasking skills.
  • Professionalism and diplomacy. Professional demeanor, poise and flexibility to work with diverse colleagues, clients, stakeholders and communities who have widely divergent viewpoints and competing priorities.
  • Listening and questioning skills to assure understanding and foster teamwork and excellent customer relations.
  • Ability to effectively communicate complex and technical issues in an understandable manner through various mediums to diverse audiences.
  • Interpersonal, personal communication and customer service skills.
  • Skills and ability to motivate project teams and collaborate with others to achieve organizational objectives and resolve problems.
  • Skills and ability to represent the department and the institution in a highly professional and appropriate manner at all times.
  • Skills and ability to foster positive working relationships in a high-stress, deadline-driven environment and communicate effectively with supervisor, other team members and internal clients.
  • Ability to maintain composure, efficiency and a positive, customer-service oriented manner during periods of peak workload, with frequent interruptions, under tight deadlines, and when interacting with challenging clients.
  • Proven experience working independently and with teams under deadlines and delivering top quality user interface designs.
  • Ability to readily switch between daily production needs and longer-term strategic projects

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field of study preferred and/or equivalent or 4+ years of experience and training.
  • Experience working with complex user interface designs and prototypes in Figma.
  • Experience working with complex, enterprise-wide content management systems in large organizations and across multiple websites.

Key Responsibilities

  • 50% - Web Front-end Development
  • 50% - User Experience and Interface Design

Department Overview

Public Affairs and Marketing (PAM) provides leadership, support, and coordination in promoting and protecting UC Davis Health's brand by telling the story of the organization through marketing and advertising, digital and social media, media relations, internal and executive communications and other vehicles and mechanisms to reach all audiences and stakeholders.

Department Specific Job Scope

Core performance standards (AT ALL TIMES)
* Implement and utilize a variety of digital properties to tell the UC Davis Health story in a compelling, user-friendly and engaging way.
* Implement proven digital design and front-end development strategies and tactics with expert skills and knowledge to improve reach and engagement.
* Work within a team to continually expand, update and improve digital channels based on the health system's and end-users' communication needs and changes in technology.
* Support and maintain UC Davis Health brand standards in all projects.

POSITION INFORMATION

  • Salary or Pay Range: $35.91 - $64.94
  • Salary Frequency: Hourly
  • Salary Grade: Grade 22
  • UC Job Title: USER EXP DESIGNER 2
  • UC Job Code: 007349
  • Number of Positions: 1
  • Appointment Type: Staff: Career
  • Percentage of Time: 100
  • Shift (Work Schedule): 8:00am-5:00pm
  • Location: Broadway Building (HSP072)
  • Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
  • Benefits Eligible: Yes
  • This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)
  • This position is not an H-1B visa opportunity.

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html

* High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
* UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
* Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
* Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
* WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
* On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
* Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
* Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
* UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands

  • Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

  • Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
  • Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Must be able to work occasional overtime/flex schedule (evenings/weekends) to meet operational needs and must be able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven work environment with competing priorities and demands. Must be able to travel to locations in Sacramento and Davis for occasional meetings, training, etc. Must be able to work at a computer for extended periods of time.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

  • This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
  • This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to be seen, our recruiting process at UC Davis fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of requirements and you could be perfect for this role, or you could be perfect for the next role! Don't meet all the requirements? We still encourage you to apply! #YouBelongHere

To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks

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