Description

External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
Advertised Salary Up to 49,920 Posting Date 09/10/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 10/13/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants
Please provide name and contact information for three professional references.
Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information

Classification Title Sys Administration Tech II FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
This position will help provide interface layouts and establish visual guidelines for mobile app design. This position will operate under the guidance and oversight of the senior analyst and the mobile app team lead, as well as stakeholders to design intuitive, user-centered interfaces for UGA's official mobile application. This position will ensure visual consistency and design scalability across iOS and Android platforms. While not defining app functionality, this role focuses on maintaining a cohesive look and feel and ensuring compliance with accessibility standards.

This position will also serve as a backup for the centrally supported content management system. This position carries out changes to the design and content of information pages, web forms, user access lists, and other functions of the website. This position works with other divisions of EITS to ensure that the website provides information and services to visitors in a fast, efficient and reliable manner.

This position also collaborates with EITS leadership to develop strategies to update and improve the structure of the EITS website in response to changes in available technology and updates to external requirements and is responsible for working to update accessibility features of the website to ensure full usability and functionality for all visitors to the site. Updates to internal websites are guided in coordination with EITS' Planning and Engagement team.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Strong understanding of user-centered design, usability, accessibility (e.g., WCAG), and human-computer interaction.

• Proficient in tools like Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar software for wireframing, prototyping, and visual design.

• Clearly present design ideas and reasoning to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Work effectively with developers, project managers, stakeholders, and end users in a university environment.

• Knowledge of PHP
• Familiarity with MySQL or other relational database architecture
• Familiarity with at least one website content management system

Physical Demands
Will work a standard 8 hours per day/5 day work week, and remain seated for extended periods as needed by design and programming tasks.
Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities
Assist the primary administrator of the centrally-supported content management system environment

• Provide technical consultation and training to other departments transitioning to use of the content management system
• Create and modify web pages for system demonstrations, pilot projects, and web content migration initiatives as directed by EITS leadership
• Develop, manage, and modify dedicated online services as directed

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities
Provide Mobile App Design

• Collaborate with the Mobile App Team, as well as stakeholders to design intuitive, user-centered interfaces for UGA's official mobile application.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and UI designs that align with the university's branding and accessibility standards.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and feedback sessions to continuously refine the mobile app experience.
• Ensure visual consistency and design scalability across iOS and Android platforms.
• Develop and maintain design documentation and style guides to support team collaboration and efficiency.
• Contribute to the evolution of the mobile app for improved usability.
• Stay current on mobile design trends, accessibility guidelines, and emerging technologies to drive innovation.
• Advocate for inclusive design that reflects the diversity of the UGA community.

Percentage of time 60 Duties/Responsibilities
Serve as a resource on the subject of web accessibility for EITS websites and other areas of UGA:

• Ensure that pages on the EITS website confirm to web accessibility guidelines as specified by the University System of Georgia Board of Regents Train student programmers on specific skills, strategies, and architectures required for portal and mobile app development.
• Maintain working knowledge of current web accessibility standards, tools and issues.
• Work with UGA community to promote the design and deployment of accessible web content.

Percentage of time 5 Duties/Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned.

Percentage of time 5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Robert Ethier Recruitment Contact Email [email protected] Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents