Web Designer, Technical Writer

Role Overview

• Design, re-design, code, test, implement, and maintain new web pages and sections of agency Internet and intranet websites.
• Create prototypes (including graphic design, navigation, and layout options) of new web pages and site areas.
• Collaborate with content providers (including attorneys, economists, senior management, administrative, and IT support staff) and key web team members on project goals, audiences, schedules, and other aspects of project planning and deliverables.
• Establish layout, design, formatting and style guidelines for websites.
• Review and track web metrics and analytics.
• Research, evaluate, and report on new and emerging developments and trends in web design and web services.
• Effectively communicate orally and in writing when presenting ideas and recommendations to a wide range of audiences, including senior management staff.
• Train end users, web staff, and agency trainers, regarding various aspects of agency web services.
• Ensure that new web pages and sections comply with: Section 508 and 504 requirements for accessibility.
• Best practices in usability and information architecture.
• Federal and agency policies and requirements.
• Implement, code, and test prototypes using technologies such as HTML, CSS, XHTML, dynamic HTML (JavaScript), ASP, JSP, and PHP in a multi-browser, multi-operating system, and multi-device environment.
• Comply with best practices for “plain writing” when creating, organizing, and editing content.
• Support and assist web content administrators, quality assurance analysts when requested.
• Prepare and edit technical documentation including: User Manuals, Job Aids, “Help,” What’s New, FAQs, policies, procedures, guidance, and other technical information (in print and web media) as requested.

Requirements

• Experience with Section 508 / accessibility compliance
• Familiarity with web analytics and reporting (e.g., Google Analytics or similar tools)
• Experience designing for government, enterprise, or regulated environments
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Ability to explain design and content decisions clearly to non-technical audiences
• Comfort working independently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to obtain a US DOJ public trust clearance
• US Citizenship required for security clearance

Tech Stack

• JavaScript
• PHP

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision
• 401(k)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• PTO
• education reimbursement