[Sigia-l] IA, National Association of REALTORS

[Richard Hill]

[Posted for:  Elizabeth Pishkur
Human Resources Representative
National Association of REALTORSR
430 North Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 329-8420 phone
(312) 670-1582 fax
epishkur at realtors.org 

The National Association of REALTORSR (http://www.realtor.org), the nation's
largest professional organization with more than one million members, is
seeking a bright, creative Information Architect to help shape a new future
for its Web site. This position requires excellent skills in communication,
critical thinking, and relationship building. This position's primary focus
over the next 12-24 months will be advancing a major redesign now underway
at the Web site. 

The Information Architect will: 
.        Design and deliver high-level content organization and navigation,
user flows, interface metaphors/approaches, page layout and content
schematics 
.        Work closely with site manager, web editors, graphic designers, and
developers 
.        Translate user needs into functional requirements 
.        Communicate with the organization in all stages of design to answer
questions about the IA strategy 
.        Plan and participate in usability tests of web sites and
applications 
.        Conduct heuristic reviews of existing web sites and applications 
.        Perform a content inventory showing all content elements,
relationships and dependencies 
.        Perform competitive analysis as required 
.        Contribute ideas for improving processes and deliverables       

Education/Experience: 
.        A minimum of 3 years experience in information
architecture/usability 
.        Solid knowledge of the principles of information architecture,
usability, 
and web-based user experience design. 
.        Ability to work with internal clients and users to understand their
goals 
.        Experience observing user research and translating user research
into design decisions 
.        Experience with sites that offer personalization and/or
customization 
.        Experience with a CMS (preferably Plumtree) 
.        Experience with Visio 
.        Experience managing usability tests 
.        A BA/BS degree 
.        Experience in organizing large websites (1000+ pages) 
.        Familiarity with best practices on the Web 
.        Ability to translate usability test data into design strategy 
.        Ability to communicate with partners in the organization, and
manage expectations 
.        Strong time management, communication, and interpersonal skills 

Preferred but not required: 
.        Experience with designing for Section 508 compliance 
.        Familiarity with HTML, CSS, cross-browser compatibility issues 
.        Experience with Microsoft Project and Lotus Notes 
.        Involvement with industry standards or professional organizations
related to web/UI design 
.        Experience working with associations, or other membership groups 

We offer an excellent benefits and compensation package.  Submit letter,
resume & salary requirements to: National Association of REALTORSR, Attn:
HR, 430 N. Michigan, Chicago, IL 60611, email lhernandez at realtors.org or fax
312/329-8345  EOE

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Richard Hill
Executive Director
American Society for Information Science and Technology
1320 Fenwick Lane, Silver Spring, MD  20910 
FAX: (301) 495-0810
Voice: (301) 495-0900
www.asis.org