Inside Higher Ed is hiring: Web Designer in San Diego

Job Summary

San Diego Miramar College, a student‑ready college, invites all qualified candidates to apply for the position of Web Designer, a full‑stack developer position. Miramar College, a leader in providing student access and success, seeks candidates who are motivated by serving students in a college community and are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Recent achievements: Our student population of 14,972 reflects a diverse community. The College is committed to helping students access higher education and achieve success inside and outside the classroom. We seek applicants who can develop tools and resources to better serve historically marginalized and minoritized populations. We strongly encourage candidates who possess the experience for the position, who are student‑centered and committed to DEI, to best serve our student population. In addition to expertise, candidates should demonstrate ways they will support our diverse student populations and DEI initiatives. We are proud of our commitment to create a socially just and responsive culture, host ethnically diverse speakers, and support various equity‑focused professional development opportunities.

This college strives to ensure that students reach their full potential by eliminating gaps in academic outcomes that traditionally hinder students of color and disproportionately impacted students. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is encapsulated in our strategic plan available at .

Schedule is tentatively Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 4:30pm, with possible evening and weekend assignments. The selected candidate must be willing to adjust work days/hours based on the department’s needs. Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.

Pay Information

Range 34 ($6,378.93 – $10,182.22) per month based on the current Classified salary schedule. New employees will begin on Step A ($6,378.93), Step B ($6,697.88) with 18 months of verified, paid, full‑time equivalent related job experience or up to Step C ($7,032.78) with 36 months of verified, paid, full‑time equivalent related job experience. For purposes of salary placement, 7.5 semester units (or equivalent quarter units) of directly related coursework from a regularly accredited institution will be equivalent to one (1) year of job experience. Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the CBA. This position is FLSA Non‑exempt (may accrue overtime). Excellent Benefits are provided to all Contract employees with assignments greater than, or equal to, 50% (0.50 FTE) and all eligible dependents. A temporary probationary period will apply.

Closing Date

1/23/2026

Position Equivalent FTE

1.0 FTE

No. Months

12 Months

Position Number

011582

FLSA Status

Non‑Exempt (accrues overtime)

Position Type

Classified

Bargaining Unit

AFT - Classified Professionals

Range

34

Department

Vice President of Administrative Services

Desired Qualifications

Experience managing and maintaining a modern website using a content management system. Applicants should be experienced managing a LAMP (or similar) stack, docker containers, Linux servers and have experience utilizing open source software and community maintained modules as well as providing custom themes/modules/functionality. Programming experience in relevant languages such as PHP & JavaScript as well as modern programming patterns and theming tools. This is a front‑end/back‑end (full‑stack) position, so candidate must have strong UI/UX experience as well. Compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA standards required. This is an in‑person assignment.

Foreign Degree

Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC. (ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application.

Commitment To Diversity

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.

Special Instructions To Applicants

San Diego Miramar College is piloting anonymous screening format to minimize implicit bias. Please submit only the materials specifically requested (e.g., no personal photos, articles, etc.). Uploading extraneous materials may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee. Application materials sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted. All correspondence, including interview invitations, will be communicated via email.

Tentative Timeline

Applicants should expect to start on or near February 2.

Conditions Of Employment

• Submit “official” college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position).
• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment).
• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the District’s expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment).
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I‑9 Employment Eligibility Verification form.
• Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices.

Employment After Retirement

If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference CalPERS or CalSTRS website for further information.

Additional Information

SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full‑time classified employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) upon appointment.

Posting Number

CL01859

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