Web Application Developer - Aries Computer Systems, Inc.

The resource(s) covered under this SO will support the:

The design and implementation of a new WordPress website using WordPress core capabilities, Elementor, and established third-party plugins, with a focus on accessibility, usability, and long-term maintainability for the Division of Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention (CDIP) within the Philadelphia Department of Public Health.

This project will involve building a new site architecture, configuring required functionality such as search, file sharing, analytics, and mobile responsiveness, and supporting the migration of content from existing sites such as FoodFitPhilly and, if applicable, SmokeFreePhilly.

The engagement will consist of Discovery, Documentation, and Development.

Position overview / Statement of Work

The Division of Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention (CDIP) within the Philadelphia Department of Public Health is seeking a Web Developer to build and secure the back-end of a WordPress site to support the project's functions. The candidate will work with CDIP’s UX/UI content manager to create a website with mobile support and usable interfaces using best practices, including meeting WCAG AA standards.

Work activities:

• Build new features and reusable components for (add site URL)

o WordPress theme and plugin creation, PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript

§Would largely follow selected theme, with limited customization

• Site should be able to be updated and maintained without reliance on initial

developer

o Security and accessibility experience

§Will largely be addressed through WP Engine

• Work closely with a cross-functional team to ensure deliverables meet design, content and UX

standards.

o For branding and imagery for the site’s overall look and feel

§To match CDIP’s vision for site

• Collaborate with UX/UI Content Manager to ensure functionality of front-end development
• Collaborate with non-technical colleagues on new features, ensuring a good technical fit.
• Ability to adhere to the City’s Managed WordPress Guidelines
• Ensure the solutions you create meet web standard best practices, and accessibility guidelines.
• Address bug fixes as needed, and consider the maintainability of code.

o Keeping site and plugins up-to-date, regular maintenance

o Support Content Manager in additional development solutions after UX testing is completed.

• Build reusable, testable, and efficient code. Develop the building blocks of a website capable of

handling the below listed functions.

o Main page banner (rotating) (URL is healthylivesphl.com)

§Developed materials will be shared with PDPH

o Meets WCAG AA Standards with potentially additional accessibility features

o Full site live by April 2026

o Search functionality across website