Web Developer

Position Details

Summary

Operating Title Web Developer Long Classification Title Information Technologist IV Campus Location Durham Department UNH Research Data Management Services Summary of Position

The Web Developer will work with a team to develop, maintain and enhance database-driven websites, applications and web elements for the public-facing websites of the University System of New Hampshire institutions with a strong focus toward user experience, accessibility, SEO principles and client specifications. The Web Developer provides technical leadership to support USNH strategic initiatives.

In this role, you will strategically develop and extend the Drupal content management system framework as well as develop software using PHP, javascript, jQuery, HTML, CSS, SQL and/or other languages. Experience in Web Services (SOAP, REST) and source code control (GitLab) is required.

You will also assist with establishing and maintaining a development environment that uses industry best practices for change management, including proper use of code repositories, properly leveraging development-test-production environments, security and adhering to programming standards that are auditable.

Acceptable minimum level of education Bachelor's Acceptable minimum years of experience 5-7 years Additional Job Information Posting Number PS4678FY24 Other minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and six years of experience in information technology field, Master's and four years, or combination of education and experience equal to ten years.

• Ability to be flexible, adapt and promote organizational core beliefs and values.

• Demonstrated experience researching, analyzing, and implementing strategies to leverage technology to improve the user experience and/or develop new capability to meet emerging opportunities or challenges.

• Experience in database-driven web applications, HTML5, CSS, Javascript, PHP, Drupal or WordPress content management systems.

• Working knowledge of at least one SQL-based database.

• Knowledge of version control system such as Git or svn.

• Strong organizational skills and effective oral and written communication skills.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Relational database management experience.

• Leadership experience.

• Experience with project management tools and methodologies.

• Experience working in higher education.

• Customer service experience.

Salary Information

Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/61564 Percent Time Information (FTE) 1.00 Grade 26 EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

Institution Information

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire's lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

The UNH Diversity Resource Guide with information and programming available in the seacoast area, New Hampshire, and the region can be found here: https://www.unh.edu/hr/diversity-resource-guide

Posting Details

Posting Date 06/20/2024 Open Until Filled Yes Closing Date Posting Open to Internal Candidates Only? No Interested Internal Candidates Exist? No Job Category Salaried Staff (Exempt) Appointment Type Regular If TERM position provide projected end date Equipment/Instruments Drivers License and Physical Requirements. Please check all items that apply. None applicable

Duties / Responsibilities

Job Duties

Duty/Responsibility

Software development:

• Develop websites and other software applications to meet client needs within the scope of the USNH institutions' web style guides and policies. This includes designing, writing, and implementing new application software and enhancements to existing software; as well as designing application system solutions that employ current and emerging technologies.

• Build standards-compliant websites using content management systems like Drupal and WordPress and web technologies like PHP, HTML, and CSS.

• Work with complex data structures within relational databases.

• Collaborate across teams to integrate AI capabilities into workflows and align AI initiatives with organizational goals

• Leverage AI to improve code quality and automate coding tasks. This includes testing, debugging and improving efficiency by analyzing code for vulnerabilities and suggesting improvements.

• Troubleshoot issues as required.

• Maintain technical skills to ensure currency with new and emerging web technologies.

• Provide documentation and technical support for supported applications.

• Coordinate the tracking, implementation, and testing of software.

• Oversee the maintenance schedule for software applications to ensure they stay up-to-date with latest stable versions and security releases.

• Manage document libraries, Git and other information warehouses

Duty/Responsibility

Client Services:

• Working closely with other project leaders, this position provides technical leadership by estimating project hours, developing functional and technical specifications, establishing timelines for software projects requested by our customers, and ensuring timely delivery of properly functioning application software.

Duty/Responsibility

Other:

• Other duties as assigned.

• May include training, supervision, professional development, research.

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