USER EXPERIENCE SPECIALIST (INTERMEDIATE SYSTEMS ANALYST)

WEB SERVICES INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

BCIT’s Information Technology Services is looking for an energetic and motivated individual to design and coordinate rich content solutions for BCIT websites and applications. This regular, full-time position is responsible for developing and implementing content strategies and design specifications for BCIT enterprise web environments. You will optimize text, images and multimedia content for delivery to the web, with an eye towards accessibility and search engine optimization (SEO). You will work with other members of the Web Services team to develop rich media experiences and optimize web forms. In addition, you will provide input to the presentation layer and provide hands-on development support (HTML, CSS) as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Institute of Technology diploma, or bachelor’s degree in science or business and a minimum of four years of current, relevant experience in an IT environment similar to BCIT, including two of the last four years in a similar position; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
* Must have a minimum of two years of demonstrated experience designing and developing web content.
* Must have demonstrated specific current knowledge and experience with:
o Site mapping, client interaction, web usability design, interaction design and information architecture;
o content creation, optimization and management strategies and techniques;
o visual design and screen layout;
o authoring and editing (X)HTML and CSS documents;
o Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Visio, and Adobe Acrobat Professional.
* Must have demonstrated specific current IT knowledge
* Proven commitment to providing and maintaining the highest level of customer services
* Effective oral and written communication skills
* Proven analytical and problem solving skills
* Strong organizational skills and ability to meet changing priorities and multi-task while meeting strict deadlines
* Must be a team player and work well with cross-departmental teams
* Ability to learn quickly and apply new knowledge and techniques
* Commitment to regular ongoing professional development (including specific IT skills, professional associations, and current industry trends)
* High level of professionalism and ethics

THE FOLLOWING WOULD ALSO BE AN ASSET
* Experience designing AJAX applications
* Demonstrated ability to communicate on the web using a variety of media
* Experience with Flash and ActionScript

START DATE: ASAP
SALARY RANGE: $45,955 to $63,052 per annum (Placement based on education and experience)
COMPETITION NUMBER: 08ST18
CLOSING DATE: February 22, 2008

BCIT offers a competitive salary, generous benefits package and a diverse, enthusiastic workplace. BCIT is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian and permanent residents will be given priority.