Web Designer

Job Title : Web Designer

Location

San Diego Miramar College – Mira Mesa / Scripps Ranch, San Diego, CA.

About the College

San Diego Miramar College is a student‑ready college committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. With a diverse student body of 14,972, the college strives to close achievement gaps and support historically marginalized populations.

Position Overview

The Web Designer is a full‑stack developer responsible for building, maintaining, and improving the college’s web presence. The role requires designing engaging user experiences, ensuring compliance with accessibility standards, and managing back‑end infrastructure.

Responsibilities

Design and develop responsive web pages using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP.

Maintain and update the college’s content management system and related modules.

Manage a LAMP (or similar) stack, docker containers, and Linux servers.

Ensure web sites meet WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards.

Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to gather requirements and provide training to end‑users.

Monitor site analytics and recommend improvements to increase user engagement.

Desired Qualifications

Experience managing modern websites with a CMS and a LAMP stack.

Proficiency in PHP, JavaScript, and front‑end frameworks.

Knowledge of Docker, Linux administration, and open‑source software.

Strong UI / UX skills and familiarity with modern design patterns.

Demonstrated ability to build custom themes, modules, or functionality.

Commitment to accessibility and WCAG compliance.

Foreign‑degree holders must provide a credential evaluation from a NACES member or ACEI.

Commitment to Diversity

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to the diverse backgrounds of community‑college students, faculty, and staff. The college values candidates who actively incorporate equity, diversity, and inclusion into their work.

Conditions of Employment

Submit official college transcripts.

Provide a valid tuberculosis examination certificate.

Undergo a Live‑Scan fingerprint clearance.

Present original documents for I‑9 eligibility verification.

Attend new‑hire processing at the District Administrative Offices.

Benefits

Full‑time employees receive the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) package.

Health, dental, and vision insurance with district contributions.

Sick leave, vacation, and professional development opportunities.

Contract employees receive fringe benefits for 50% + FTE assignments.

Salary Range

Range 34 : $6,378.93 – $10,182.22 per month, based on step placement and experience.

Closing Date

01 / 23 / 2026

Application Process

Applications are accepted online only through the college’s anonymous screening system, which removes personally identifying information to promote fair evaluation. To apply, submit the complete online application, resume, and three professional references.

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8 : 00 am – 4 : 30 pm with potential evening or weekend assignments. Adjustments to hours may be required based on departmental needs.

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