Information Architect at the Nat. Association of Realtors (Chicago, IL)

The National Association of Realtors (NAR), the US'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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements and Qualifications

• 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 (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.

Further Details

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