[JOB] Junior Front-end Developer

Our friends at AMF have a new position available. It’s for six months initially at a rate around $55/hour (I know, I know…but it is for a junior developer). Here’s the summary:

The Front-End Web Developer will be responsible for the development of user interfaces for customer web sites and internal business applications. This position requires an individual that combines a strong visual design background with technical/development experience who is comfortable with hand-coding and using standard development packages, tools and frameworks. This position is knowledgeable and passionate about current web technology trends and is capable of implementing compelling solutions.

If you’re interested in learning more or in applying, contact Ryan Campbell — She’ll give you the details.

[JOB] MANAGER OF DIGITAL SERVICE STRATEGY

From the folks at Genworth:

Genworth Financial-Richmond-VA (RP14653)

Resumes may be sent to martha.spada@genworth.com

The Manager of Digital Service Strategy will set the strategic direction and support the execution of the US Life Insurance’s digital servicing experience. This person must have a proven record of bringing together Technology, Marketing, Sales, Operations and Analytics to drive an improved user experience and deliver tangible business results.

Responsibilities include:
• Setting the vision for US Life Insurance’s digital servicing experience aligned with the strategic objectives of the business
• Generating, shaping and prioritizing ideas and defining a digital servicing agenda to deliver on this vision
• Direct oversight to key digital programs / projects and overall accountability for the portfolio of work on the digital servicing agenda
• Ensuring the current and future digital servicing experience meets all legal, compliance, and security policies / procedures specific to the US Life Insurance and known industry-wide best practices
• Nurturing relationships and facilitating forums with business and functional leaders to gain input and advocates for the digital agenda
• Developing hypotheses leveraging information-based analyses to understand trends, gaps and opportunities for improving the digital servicing experience
• Providing leadership, subject matter expertise and direction to a cross-functional team of business analysts, project managers, developers and testers
• Building effective partnership across businesses and functions, including Technology, Marketing, Operations, Sales, Brand, Legal, and other key stakeholders

Basic Qualifications:
• B.A. / B.S. or the equivalent working experience in business management, marketing, or related field
• 2-3 years of experience leading cross-functional teams in the development and execution of digital capabilities
• Able to manage multiple programs / projects and associated resources
• Strong analytical skills
• Proven problem solving and strategic thinker
• Strong teamwork, communication, influencing skills across all levels
• Strong organizational, planning and time management skills

Preferred Qualifications:
• MBA or the equivalent working experience in business management, marketing, or related field
• Experience in Financial Services
• 1-3 years of experience as a people manager
• Experience with User Experience (UX) design, user-centered design methodologies, information architecture, and other usability-related fields
• Experience with Abode CQ5 and SiteCatalyst
• Experience working in Agile
• Experience in mobile strategy development and delive

[JOB] UX job in Richmond

Not sure exactly what they want (perhaps a unicorn?), but for your interest:

http://www.guildlaunch.com/blog/index.php/2012/05/guild-launch-is-hiring/

[JOB] UX Architect

Here’s a new job opportunity from Udig. It’s a direct hire position with the base salary ranging from $65-$80K. For more info, or to submit your resume and portfolio, contact Andy Tullo (andy.tullo@udig.com)