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NIC - Kentucky is currently seeking applicants for a Web Designer for our Frankfort, Kentucky location. Acquired by Tyler Technologies (NYSE:TYL) on April 21, 2021, NIC is a leader in digital government solutions and payments, partnering with government to deliver user-friendly digital services that make it easier and more efficient to interact with government. NIC and Tyler are united in their mission to empower public sector entities to operate more efficiently and connected more transparently with their constituents and with each other.
As our Web Designer, you will contribute innovative ideas for multiple website and application projects. Experience using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, jQuery and LESS/SASS related technologies is required. The selected candidate will provide creative concepts and ideas that will expand the utilization of new and existing technologies, capitalizing on SharePoint, .Net and a mobile first approach. Additionally, you will be responsible for both enhancing existing websites and developing new websites. You must have an ability to work in a fast-paced environment that includes an aggressive release schedule. You should be passionate about the web, advancing existing and new websites and applications, solving complex problems and driving issues to resolution, and take pride in being the person that people rely on to get the job done.An ideal candidate understands and has well-rounded experience meeting with clients, wireframing, user interface design, writing clean semantic code, and working with product managers and programmers for a successful launch.Why NIC – Kentucky?- Learn Skills - Work with the latest web technologies.
- Improve Government - Push the boundaries of digital government.
- Small, startup culture - Where everybody knows your name!
- Contribute to front-end, UI and UX design for websites and applications
- Curate and innovate Kentuky.gov website content
- Adhere to enterprise design standards and pattern library
- Create graphic standards, designs and logos for customers
- Participate in projects throughout the project lifecycle
- Meet with customers and partners regarding website and application development
- Develop and architect content strategies
- Mockup and wireframe and iterate designs
- Implement mobile and responsive designs, usability and best practices
- Test websites and applications for accessibility and usability
- Attend design meetings in addition to preparing requirements and specifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience designing and developing websites and applications.
- In-depth experience with HTML, CSS, JS, Responsive Design.• Experience in SharePoint 2013 and newer.
- An understanding of graphic and interactive design with a strong focus on usability, accessibility and user experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong problem-solving abilities and an aptitude for learning new technologies.
- Experience with analytics and data driven design.
- Knowledge of browser compatibility across multiple platforms and devices.
- Strong organizational, prioritization and multitasking skills.
- Self-motivated, creative and strong sense of accountability.
- Familiarity with HTML Frameworks and pattern libraries.
- A high level of proficiency using Adobe products.
- Knowledge of and ability to use business office products (Windows, Word, Excel, Acrobat, Outlook, etc)
- Strong implementation of 508 accessible designs and code. We partner with government agencies.
- A strong portfolio both visually and under the hood.
- Desire to work in a fast-paced environment.
- A passion for the web and keeping up with usability, UX/UI research and semantic web concepts.
- You are a self-directed team player. You might be working solo on a project or part of a team.
- Competitive compensation program
- Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision
- Stock purchase plan
- Matching 401(k) contributions with 100% vesting
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Company wellness program
- Casual and fun office environment
- Paid State holidays/vacation
- Tuition reimbursement
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