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Web Developer roles in front-end, back-end, and full-stack development qualify for STEM OPT when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension gives you up to 36 months of total work authorization, provided your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and you complete a signed I-983 training plan before your start date.
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For over 35 years, Youth Villages has transformed the lives of children and families nationwide through innovative, research-based programs focused on preserving and restoring families.
As a national leader in children’s mental and behavioral health, we serve more than 47,000 youth, young people, and their families annually across 29 states and Washington, D.C. Our proven treatment models drive long-term success in child welfare, juvenile justice, and mental health systems. At Youth Villages, we do what works — partnering with others to expand our impact and advocate for meaningful, lasting change.
We're seeking purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about making a difference. With a dedicated team of more than 5,000 staff, Youth Villages is committed to investing in and supporting our employees by offering opportunities to build a fulfilling career through professional growth, personal development, and a mission that matters— helping children and families live successfully.
Position Overview
Youth Villages is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Digital Asset and Web Developer / Manager to oversee the organization’s website and digital asset library. This role is responsible for managing digital content and resources while leading ongoing website updates and maintenance.
This individual will ensure all web content and digital materials are accurate, current, accessible, and aligned with brand standards. This role also serves as the internal owner of the website and digital asset ecosystem, ensuring consistency, usability, and alignment with organizational priorities.
The Digital Asset and Web Manager will build and maintain web pages, support digital campaigns, and continuously review and improve content to strengthen performance and user experience. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to improving systems and processes.
IN OFFICE POSITION IN MEMPHIS, TN
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Web Developer / Manager:
- Manages and maintains Youth Villages websites, ensuring content is accurate, up to date, and aligned with brand guidelines
- Builds and updates landing pages, blog content, event pages, and campaign-related pages
- Supports digital campaigns, including recruitment, fundraising, and awareness efforts through web updates and optimization
- Maintains site structure, navigation, page hierarchy, and redirects to ensure a seamless user experience
- Monitors website functionality, performance, and security, including plugins and themes coordinating with IT or external vendors as needed
- Serve as the primary internal point of contact for website updates, enhancements, and ongoing maintenance
- Ensure all web content meets accessibility standards and follows SEO best practices
- Manages the organization’s digital asset library, including organization, tagging, metadata, version control, and archiving
- Maintains a structured system for digital asset storage and retrieval
- Oversees the full lifecycle of digital assets, including intake, review, publishing, updates, and removal
- Coordinates with internal teams to gather, review, and publish new or updated materials
- Establishes and maintains processes for content intake, prioritization, review, approval, and publishing
- Conducts regular audits of website content and digital assets to ensure accuracy, relevance, and consistency
- Identifies outdated or duplicate content and coordinate updates or removal
- Provides guidance to internal teams on web content standards, structure, and best practices
- Tracks and reports on website performance using UTM tracking and tools such as Google Analytics 4, Google Tag Manager, and Google Search Console
- Monitors user behavior, engagement, and conversion metrics, providing insights and recommendations for improvement
- Supports ongoing SEO efforts, including metadata, content structure, and internal linking
- Identifies opportunities to improve website usability, content clarity, and overall digital experience
- Stays current on web, digital asset management, and user experience best practices
- Provides oversight and direction to web support staff and external vendors, supporting the long-term management and scalability of web operations
- Collaborates with Digital Communications, Public Relations, Creative, Development, and program teams to support organizational goals
- Other duties as assigned
Salary
$70,000 - $80,000/ year based on experience and education
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, digital media, web management, or a related field
- 3–5 years of experience in website management, digital asset management, or related roles
- Experience with Adobe Photoshop to resize and optimize images for web and SEO required
- Experience with content management systems such as WordPress, including the Divi theme, required
- Experience with DonorDrive or similar fundraising platforms required
- Experience with CVENT or similar event management software is a plus
- Experience with digital asset management systems such as IntelligenceBank or similar
- Experience with digital web forms such as 123FormBuilder or similar
- Familiarity with Google Analytics 4, Google Tag Manager and Google Search Console
- Strong understanding of SEO, accessibility standards, and user experience best practices
- Basic knowledge of HTML and CSS required
- Basic knowledge of JavaScript, PHP, SQL, and other server-side languages is a plus
- Experience with website hosting platforms such as WPEngine and Digital Ocean
- Experience managing large volumes of digital content with strong attention to detail
- Experience with Microsoft SharePoint or intranet sites is a plus
- Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Project Management software such as Wrike
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Must be available to work occasional evenings and weekends, as needed
Youth Villages Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision
- 401(k)
- Time off:
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- 2 week paid vacation (full-time) / 1 week paid vacation (part-time)
- 12 paid sick days per year
- 11 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)
- Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision
- Growth & development through continuous training
- Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities
Benefits are excluded for variable status employees.
Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Youth Villages is committed to not only advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace but also in our work with children and young adults. We know that children, families and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities that we serve, as well as, other employees from different cultures and backgrounds. Youth Villages is opposed to racism in any of its forms and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We believe that respect for each other is crucial in the work that we do each day.
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Confirm your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the official STEM OPT designated degree program list published by USCIS. Computer Science (11.07xx), Information Science (11.04xx), and Software Engineering (14.09xx) codes commonly support Web Developer roles, but your DSO must confirm eligibility before you submit the I-765 extension.
Verify E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Any employer who hires you on STEM OPT must be actively enrolled in E-Verify, not just registered. Ask the recruiter for their E-Verify company ID and cross-check it through the E-Verify employer search before you sign an offer, since enrollment lapses do happen.
Negotiate your I-983 training plan details early
Draft your I-983 training goals around real Web Developer deliverables, such as specific frameworks, deployment pipelines, or accessibility standards your team uses. Vague plans get rejected by DSOs. Start the conversation with your hiring manager during the offer stage, not after onboarding.
Target employers with active LCA filings for developer roles
Use Migrate Mate to filter Web Developer job listings by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for technical roles. Employers with recent LCA activity have already navigated DOL prevailing-wage requirements and are structurally set up to hire work-authorized candidates without delays.
Apply 90 days before your OPT end date
USCIS allows you to file your STEM OPT extension application up to 90 days before your initial OPT EAD expires. Filing late shrinks your authorization gap coverage. If your H-1B visa cap-gap kicks in, your STEM OPT status extends automatically through September 30 of the relevant fiscal year.
Match your job duties to your degree field in writing
Web Developer roles span a wide spectrum. Document how your specific duties, front-end architecture, database design, or API development, directly connect to your STEM degree field. Your I-983 must show this alignment clearly, since a mismatch between listed duties and your CIP code is a common DSO rejection trigger.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Web Developer role qualify for STEM OPT?
A Web Developer role qualifies for STEM OPT if your degree falls under a CIP code on the USCIS designated STEM degree list and your job duties directly relate to that field. Degrees in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, and related disciplines typically meet this standard. Your DSO reviews the connection between your CIP code and the role before approving your I-765 extension application.
What does my employer need to do to hire me on STEM OPT?
Your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify, sign your I-983 training plan, and report any material changes to your training goals or employment status to your DSO within five business days. The employer also certifies that your Web Developer role provides practical training directly tied to your STEM degree program. Enrollment in E-Verify must be current at the time you start work, not just at the time of hiring.
How do I find Web Developer employers who are set up for STEM OPT?
Search for Web Developer roles on Migrate Mate, which filters listings by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for technical positions. LCA filing history is a reliable indicator that an employer has worked with work-authorized candidates before and understands the E-Verify and I-983 requirements. Targeting these employers significantly reduces the back-and-forth during the offer stage.
What happens to my STEM OPT status if my H-1B petition is selected in the lottery?
If your H-1B petition is filed on time and your STEM OPT EAD is still valid on April 1, cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization through September 30. You can continue working as a Web Developer during this gap without a new EAD. USCIS provides cap-gap guidance, and your DSO can issue an updated I-20 reflecting the extended period.
Can I work as a freelance or contract Web Developer on STEM OPT?
STEM OPT requires a bona fide employer-employee relationship, which means you cannot be self-employed or work as an independent contractor without a qualifying employer. You can work for a staffing agency that places you at a client site, but the staffing agency must be enrolled in E-Verify, must sign your I-983, and must supervise your training. The end client alone cannot fulfill these employer obligations under STEM OPT regulations.