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Dallas County · 3 months ago

1000000549.UX/UI DESIGNER SENIOR.INFO TECH SERVICES

500 Elm St, Dallas, TX, 75202, US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$6,832.63/mo - $8,540.79/mo

3+ years exp

Dallas County is committed to serving the community through innovation, transparency, and efficiency. They are seeking a Senior UX/UI Designer to lead the creation of user-centric digital experiences, develop intuitive interfaces, conduct user research, and ensure compliance with design standards.

GovernmentInformation ServicesNon Profit

Responsibilities

Leads the design and execution of wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups across web and mobile platforms

Delivers design artifacts that meet usability, branding, and technical requirements for digital solutions

Ensures accessibility and Section 508/WCAG compliance is integrated in all designs

Maintains and evolves the County’s design systems and reusable component libraries

Translates user needs and product requirements into effective UI/UX deliverables

Provides design specifications and assets to development teams for implementation

Conducts heuristic evaluations to identify friction points in user journeys

Optimizes interfaces for performance, responsiveness, and scalability

Leverages analytics and usage data to refine designs post-launch

Adheres to deadlines while balancing multiple high-priority projects simultaneously

Participates in product planning sessions to define project scope and success metrics

Translates business goals into actionable user interface and interaction strategies

Leads or supports discovery workshops to surface user needs and pain points

Designs user journeys and information architecture to support intuitive workflows

Applies design thinking and learns UX principles to explore and validate concepts

Contributes to UX roadmaps and release plans in coordination with product management

Estimates level of effort for design tasks during sprint planning and backlog grooming

Documents design decisions and rationales for knowledge transfer and continuity

Supports user story creation and backlog refinement with a user-centric lens

Aligns design work with digital transformation priorities and enterprise architecture

Conducts usability testing and A/B testing to validate and refine design solutions

Facilitates design reviews and peer critiques to ensure quality and consistency

Maintains up-to-date knowledge of UI/UX trends, tools, and emerging practices

Integrates user feedback and system analytics into iterative design improvements

Implements version control for design files to ensure traceability and clarity

Supports post-release retrospectives to identify lessons learned and areas to improve

Uses metrics and KPIs to evaluate the success of design decisions

Recommends changes to existing applications to improve usability and user satisfaction

Identifies gaps in user experience across platforms and channels

Contributes to continuous refinement of design guidelines and processes

Works closely with software engineers to ensure design feasibility and accurate implementation

Collaborates with product managers and business analysts to translate requirements into wireframes

Engages quality assurance teams to align on test cases involving UI/UX standards

Supports IT accessibility teams in verifying compliance and addressing findings

Coordinates with content strategists to ensure language supports UX best practices

Collaborates with security and privacy teams to design secure, compliant interfaces

Participates in Agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, demos, and retrospectives

Serves as a design subject matter expert in cross-departmental projects

Assists in vendor evaluation and design handoff for third-party integrations

Promotes shared understanding and co-creation through interactive working sessions

Presents design concepts and journey flows to stakeholders in a clear, compelling manner

Leads collaborative workshops with users and departments to align on design goals

Incorporates feedback from diverse stakeholders while maintaining design integrity

Translates complex design topics into accessible, non-technical language

Manages expectations and negotiates design priorities within project constraints

Documents design decisions and rationale for stakeholder transparency

Provides regular status updates on design activities and timelines

Partners with Communications teams to ensure visual alignment with County branding

Acts as the voice of the user during cross-functional decision-making

Supports change management and user adoption through design-centered engagement

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

UX/UI designFigmaAdobe XDAccessibility standardsInformation architectureHTML/CSSUsability testingAgile developmentProblem-solvingCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Visual Design, Psychology, Computer Science, or a job-related field

Three (3) years of work-related experience in UX/UI design with a track record of impactful work

Skill in Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, or similar design tools

Knowledge of UX best practices, accessibility standards (WCAG, Section 508), and design ethics

Knowledge of information architecture, interaction design, and visual hierarchy

Knowledge of HTML/CSS for prototyping or developer collaboration

Skill in problem-solving and a user-first mindset

Knowledge of communication and facilitation skills across technical and non-technical audiences

Ability to translate abstract ideas and requirements into tangible user experiences

Knowledge of organizational skills and attention to detail

Skill in design systems such as Material Design or US Web Design System (USWDS)

Knowledge of Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) and accessibility audit tools

Ability to design responsive interfaces for web and mobile platforms

Skill in usability testing and user research methodologies

Knowledge of agile development environments and iterative design

Ability to handle multiple design projects simultaneously

Skill in showcasing both UX process and visual UI execution

Skill in collaborating directly with software engineers and product owners

Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License and good driving record

Will be required to provide a copy of 10-year driving history

Must maintain a good driving record and remain in compliance with Article II, Subdivision II of Chapter 90 of the Dallas County Code

Individuals holding or considered for a position which has, or may have, access to criminal justice databases including the FBI Criminal Justice Information Systems, NCIC/TCIC and similar databases, must pass a national fingerprint-based records check prior to placement in such position and may be denied placement in such positions and/or access to such systems

Individuals must also maintain the ability to pass the records check while in the position or until such time that the Commissioners Court and the County Civil Service Commission deem this position no longer has this requirement

Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving technology environment