UI Developer

Position: UI Developer

Duration: 1 year

Location: Carson City, NV (Hybrid)

Agency: SoS

Interview Mode: Teams 

Special Requirement:

• Need local candidates only
• This position will not include web development.
• Candidate Interview Feedback
• Language skills - Make sure they are strong communicators/facilitators and easily understood.
• Individuals take initiative to understand the context of the job. Elections is a specialized space and none of the previous candidates seemed to be able to express how their skill set would be useful to our unique needs. i.e. They should come prepared to speak to this. 
• 40% onsite/60% onsite. Mon/Tues in office but may shift as needed
• Required Travel/Expenses-Yes-less then 5%. Possible travel to Vegas if in person meeting with stakeholder is needed

Job Description:

The Digital Content Specialist will serve as a hands-on implementation lead for the . This role involves executing critical updates to election information, candidate filings, and business services portals. You will work closely with internal Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) from the Elections, Commercial Recordings, and Securities divisions to ensure the public receives timely, accurate, and Elections . 

Responsibilities

• Election Cycle Support: Execute rapid updates for the , including posting candidate filing locations, , and polling place data.
• Granicus Platform Management: Perform hands-on configuration and content entry using the , ensuring all pages utilize standard Nevada government templates.
• SME Liaison: Translate complex legislative updates and  provided by the Elections Division into voter-friendly web content.
• ADA & Language Access: Maintain strict adherence to WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards and ensure the availability of information in required languages (Spanish, Tagalog, Thai, Vietnamese, Chinese, and Korean).
• Portal Integration: Coordinate content updates related to  (the new Business Licensing Portal) to ensure a seamless user experience between the main site and specialized applications. 

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Platform Expertise: Minimum 2+ years of hands-on experience with  or a similar enterprise-level government CMS.
• Nevada Election Knowledge: Familiarity with Nevada-specific election procedures, such as the Effective Absentee System for Elections (EASE) and  protocols.
• Compliance Rigor: Proven ability to manage content under  and federal ADA laws.
• Attention to Detail: Absolute accuracy in handling  and disclosure reporting requirements where errors could have legal implications. 
• UI/UX Design: 3+ years proven experience with a strong understanding of user research, interaction design, and visual design principles.

Contract Details

• Duration: Typically aligns with the State of Nevada fiscal cycle (through June of 2027).
• Work Environment: Coordination with elections SME’s and SOS leadership-usually 2 days in office-Mon/Tues with some flexibility according to needs.