Web Design Specialist – Arlington

Position Title

Web Design Specialist – Arlington

Position Type

Full-Time, Hybrid

Position Location

Arlington, VA

Tracking Code

01178

Daily Responsibilities

The Web Design Specialist works with clients to produce web-based resources and hubs that apply design thinking and user-centered design principles, building web experiences on the appropriate platform and leveraging that platform’s capabilities to achieve client goals while maximizing the overall user experience.

• Duties include:
• Creates web sites and web resources on a wide range of subjects, ranging from technical procedures to soft-skills content.
• Leads sessions with clients that include design-thinking principles to identify the content relevant to different user goals and desired outcomes.
• Curates large amounts of content and sections it into relevant portions that are right sized to address user goals and also promote reusability across a wider viewership.
• Creates user-driven journey/flow to quickly take users from the beginning page to the desired content/outcome.
• Designs overall structure of web sites and web resources to allow for quick access to materials using industry best practices in user interface and web design.
• Pilots materials, analyzes pilot results, and adjusts design based on data collected.
• Communicates suggestions, recommended plans, and status regularly with clients and division leadership.
• Works with clients and internal teams to implement solutions.
• Contributes knowledge of industry best practices in web design and interface design.

Required: Years of Experience (min)

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a related field

Required Degree

• Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalency.

Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge of design thinking, user interface, and web design principles.
• Demonstrated knowledge of SharePoint, MS Teams, and Google Sites.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively write, review, and edit content.
• Demonstrated knowledge of responsive web design, interface usability guidelines, information architecture, Section 508 accessibility, SCORM, and integration of media into web-based training applications.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining positive relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Demonstrated experience working with cross-functional production teams (e.g., graphic artists, web developers, and content editors).
• Demonstrated ability to work independently – including developing timelines, managing own work, and managing communications with all stakeholders.
• Basic knowledge of HTML/CSS and graphic design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace.
• Knowledge/awareness of different training media/modalities, including eLearning courses, mobile learning, simulations, microlearning, ePublishing, blended learning/flipped classroom, and games.
• Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment.
• Experience with web analytics tools such as Google Analytics.
• Ability to understand desired results for the site’s users and clearly communicate how to best achieve results given the constraints present.
• Understanding of digital marketing and social media.
• Ability to communicate design rationale in concise, plain-language terms.

Required Clearance

• No clearance needed. Applicant must obtain and maintain favorable suitability adjudication.