Libraries Computing Specialist – UX Designer
UW CODE AND REPRESENTATIVE GROUP
23496 (E S 8 SEIU 925 Libraries Non Supv)
23495 (NE S 8 SEIU 925 Libraries Non Supv)
CLASS SERIES CONCEPT
Within the UW Libraries, support information technology operations in user experience design. This is a stand-alone job class.
BASIC FUNCTION
Provide technical expertise to the Libraries in user interface or user experience (UI or UX) design, which may include site architecture, graphic design and overall web publishing for the Libraries.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Under general direction (typically of a librarian), independently provide complex computing support for the Libraries & Press, primarily in the area of user interface/user experience (UI/UX), web applications and services both on-premises and hosted. The work of this job profile may also include duties for:
IT platforms both cloud and on-premises; and,
User support and large-scale desktop management and deployment.
May serve as a working supervisor in a Libraries IT help desk or IT user support services unit.
TYPICAL WORK
Design user-centered interfaces and systems by conducting and applying UX research, accessibility standards, and building information architecture;
Design, build, and integrate websites, web services, and web applications;
Understand and apply user management, authentication and authorization;
Perform technical evaluation, installation, maintenance, and support of computer systems software, hardware, and cloud infrastructures;
Conduct research regarding system upgrades, integration, and maintenance initiatives;
Work with staff and IT administrators to troubleshoot security and privacy issues; and
Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree in Design or related area and 3 years of related experience
OR
Equivalent combination of education/experience.
CLASS SERVICE EXEMPTION
Graphic Arts and Publications
CLASSIFICATION HISTORY
- New to SEIU 925 02-01-2022 per PERC Case No. 133181-E-20.
- Prior to 02-01-23, this work in the libraries was in professional staff job code 11694, Web Graphics Specialist (E S 8); overtime eligible counterpart was 19325 (NE S 8).