Lead Assessment UX Designer

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

·         In-depth understanding of user experience design principles and methodologies

·         Experience in a variety of research methodologies such as usability testing, funnel analysis, and competitive research

·         Good understanding of interface standards, usability, accessibility and interactivity

·         Background in information architecture, user-centered design and user testing

·         Experience creating low/hi fidelity prototypes with modern prototyping tools

·         Ability to pragmatically balance tradeoffs and exercise mature judgment toward optimally balanced solutions

·         Continuous learner, taking on knew knowledge and skills through a variety of sources, including formal training, reading, experimentation, innovation, and careful observation

·         Excellent organizational and presentation skills.

·         Ability to communicate with all levels of management and staff to achieve desired outcomes and build strong alliances and relationships

·         Problem solving/analysis

·         Teamwork and collaboration

·         Excellent communication and writing skills

·         Commitment to quality

·         Ability to interact with professionals at all levels of the organization and diplomatically manage relationships and political sensitivities

·         Problem solver (can resolve issues with little or no assistance) and able to adapt quickly to process changes.

·         Excellent organizational and time management skills

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

●      6-8 years’ experience with user experience design or equivalent

EDUCATION REQUIRED

·         Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Web Design, Interactive Design or related field

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PREFERRED

●      Degree in a design-related curriculum

●      5 years or more experience in assessment-related work

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Association is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.