Web Developer II - Iowa State University

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Iowa State Online, a service unit dedicated to supporting marketing and student service efforts of online programs across the university, is currently accepting applications for a website developer II position.

The website developer will leverage the ISU core theme to design, build, deploy, and maintain the site, utilizing a structured staging environment and a continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) workflow for final reviews and production releases.

The successful candidate will:

• have a user-centered focus
• be skilled in organization and time management
• work independently
• collaborate in a rapidly changing, team-based environment

Additional information - This position will be on-site and does require a candidate to reside in the state of Iowa before their first day of employment.

Example of Duties:

• Plays a direct role in programming, maintenance, technical support, documentation, and administration of applications for WordPress website.
• Conducts monthly updates pushing changes from the staging site to production.
• Provides technical site maintenance, including website functionality, navigation testing, search engine techniques, link integrity, and other technical web developments.
• Programs, maintains, and provides technical support of applications using tools compatible with WordPress.
• Formulates new methods, procedures, and systems to address users’ needs.
• Document development practices and workflows to support continuity and long-term maintainability.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree related to website development, management information systems, computer science, or database administration
• Strong experience in WordPress development/administration
• Experience in continuous deployment and monthly updates
• Experience with Google Analytics
• Experience analyzing and resolving issues related to website accessibility

For more information about Iowa State Online, please use the following link:

iowastateonline.iastate.edu

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Application Instructions: To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Letter of Application/Cover Letter

Why Choose Iowa State University? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental, as well as:

• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans