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Position Information

Functional Title
Web Development Manager

Position Type
Classified

Appointment Type
Regular

FTE %

100%

Work Schedule (if atypical)

This is an onsite position.

University Overview

Embark on an exciting journey with the University of La Verne, where your career aspirations come to life in a vibrant and welcoming environment. Established in 1891, our diverse and inclusive community is more than just a university-it's a home for passionate individuals like you.

At the University of La Verne, we embody four core values that set us apart-Ethical Reasoning, Diversity and Inclusivity, Lifelong Learning, and Civic and Community Engagement. If you're fueled by these principles and are eager to make a meaningful impact, your journey begins here.

With a rich history spanning 132 years, the University of La Verne boasts a global Leo Family of 89,000+ accomplished alumni. As the #1 private university in California for social mobility according to U.S. News and World Report 2024, and recently recognized as the 33rd Best U.S. College by the Wall Street Journal 2024, we take pride in our commitment to excellence in education.

Join us in shaping the future, where your passion meets purpose. Come be part of something extraordinary and apply today!

Diversity Statement

The University supports a diverse and inclusive environment where students recognize and benefit from the life experiences and viewpoints of other students, faculty, and staff. Diversity is an active and intentional practice that supports difference and multiplicity to expand knowledge, educate capable citizens, develop the whole person, and serve our local and global communities. Promoting and sustaining diversity is a commitment to educational quality and the creation of positive, respectful learning communities.

Job Description Summary

As the university embarks on a comprehensive, enrollment-centered web redesign in partnership with an external agency, the Manager of Web Development will play a critical role in guiding technical implementation, establishing scalable information architecture, and ensuring seamless integration with recruitment systems (e.g., Slate).

Beyond the website redesign, the Manager is responsible for sustaining the platform's technical health, advancing Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) strategies to ensure the university's visibility in AI-driven search, and leveraging AI agents to assist with high-volume content rewriting. This role ensures keyword and tone uniformity to enhance brand cohesion across the digital ecosystem. The position requires an in-depth understanding of back-end development, user experience (UX), structured data/schema markup, and digital governance to deliver a compelling web presence for prospective students and the broader community.

Minimum Qualifications
• Advanced knowledge of information architecture and user-focused web communication (UX/UI).
• Expertise in Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, and data visualization tools (Looker Studio).
• Deep understanding of web accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA) and compliance.
• Strong understanding of web security best practices and server environments (Unix/Linux).
• Ability to translate complex institutional goals into scalable digital infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications
• Software versioning using GitHub or similar repository environments.
• Command-line interface experience (WordPress CLI, Unix/Linux).
• Experience working within Agile project management frameworks.
• Familiarity with higher education enrollment marketing and the prospective student journey.

Benefits Summary

Applicants, please note that actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others. The offered wage or salary is only one aspect of an employee's total compensation

Benefits include a comprehensive health and wellness plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse, and dependent children, a generous contribution to the University's 403B retirement plan, and a generous time off plan.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification.

Location
La Verne Main Campus

Number of Vacancies

Physical Demands Summary

The physical demands include the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 20 pounds occasionally. Clear verbal and written communication is essential, as the position involves frequent interaction with colleagues, clients, or external partners.
The noise level is generally low to moderate. The position may occasionally involve meeting deadlines or managing multiple priorities, which can require sustained focus and mental stamina.

Do the essential functions of this job require lifting?
Yes

If yes, list maximum weight and duration
Up to 20Lbs

Describe work environment
This position is based in a standard office environment and primarily involves sedentary work. Employees are expected to spend extended periods of time working at a desk, using a computer, and engaging in routine office tasks such as emailing, attending m

Duties

Specific Duties

• Collaborate with external agency partners to implement a unified, enrollment-centered WordPress platform.
• Assist with consolidation of multisite sprawl, establishing a scalable information architecture, and ensuring the new platform meets accessibility (WCAG) and performance standards.

Percentage Of Time
25%

Specific Duties

• Execute high-volume web content rewriting initiatives using AI agents and tools to ensure keyword optimization, tone uniformity, and brand cohesion across all digital properties.
• Develop and maintain content frameworks that empower distributed authors while enforcing institutional standards.

Percentage Of Time
25%

Specific Duties

• Assist in building and sustaining the university's information schema and structured data architecture to optimize for AI-generated search experiences (AEO) and traditional SEO.
• Monitor AI visibility metrics and adapt technical structures to ensure accurate institutional representation in large language models and conversational search engines.

Percentage Of Time
15%

Specific Duties

• Manage complex integrations between the website and recruitment CRMs (e.g., Slate) to optimize the prospective student inquiry journey and data flow.

Percentage Of Time
10%

Specific Duties

• Design and implement A/B and multivariate testing to improve enrollment conversion pathways based on user behavior data in marketing dashboards (e.g., Google Data Studio/Looker Studio).

Percentage Of Time
10%

Specific Duties

• Research and recommend emerging technologies (e.g., AI chatbots, personalization tools) that can enhance the university's reputation and visibility. Attend relevant training and conferences.

Percentage Of Time
5%

Specific Duties

• Oversee core CMS and plugin updates, site/server migrations, and technical performance monitoring. Ensure robust web security practices and manage development/staging/production environments.

Percentage Of Time
5%

Specific Duties

• Be a culturally competent employee who attends/completes mandatory diversity and inclusivity trainings as provided by the university.

Percentage Of Time
5%

Salary Range

Minimum:
$33.26

Maximum:
$37.41

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
2024-251166SA

Special Instructions to Applicants

The University of La Verne is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas at this time. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Open Date
04/06/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled
No