Mississippi State University
Web Developer
Mississippi State University, Starkville, Mississippi, us, 39760
Position Function:
Provides web development for selected Extension Service websites, consisting of a comprehensive range of associated web pages, web applications, and web-interfaces to enterprise-level software packages.
Salary Grade
: 14
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Anticipated Appointment Date:
September 2024.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Support the mission of the Extension Service through the oversight, design, and maintenance of Extension Service's multitude of websites.2. Creates and maintains appropriate modules and themes for both Drupal and WordPress content management systems.3. Develops online applications for use by Extension clientele and employees through PHP and other online programming tools.4. Creates, develops, designs, and maintains websites for selected Extension Service partners and stakeholder groups within.5. Edit and images, logos and other files for web delivery.6. Maintains a high level of knowledge and skills in current web publishing techniques, and research new and emerging technologies and standards for web design, web applications, and online platforms.7. Ensures website design and content is usable by all devices and that all such sites follow proper standards including but not limited to WCAG 2.0.8. Provides support and training to Extension personnel regarding developing and updating web-based content.9. Interacts with colleagues from other Extension services throughout the country when appropriate for the sharing of online Extension information relevant to multi-state audiences.10. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field.Experience: One (1) year related experience in maintaining and developing web-related applications.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in a related field.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Fluent with HTML5, CSS, PHP, JavaScript and jQuery.• Experience building user interfaces for websites and/or web applications.• Knowledge and understanding of database design and implementation.• Programming skills in PHP or other web programming languages.• Ability to convert comprehensive layout and wireframes into responsive websites.• Knowledge of React or Angular.• Ability to use Adobe Creative Cloud software.• Knowledge of dependency managers like Composer.• Skills in the maintenance, installation, and upkeep of Drupal and WordPress installations.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
• No unusual physical requirements. Must be able to sit at a computer for extended periods of time. Nearly all work is performed in a comfortable indoor facility.• Frequent external imposed deadlines; set and revised beyond one's control; interruptions influence priorities; difficult to anticipate nature or volume of work with certainty beyond a few days; meeting of deadlines and coordination of unrelated activities are key to position; involves conflict-resolution or similar interactions involving emotional issues or stress on a regular basis.• Job frequently requires walking, sitting, reaching, talking, hearing, handling objects with hands.• Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
Applicants must apply online at www.msujobs.msstate.edu and submit a resume, cover letter, contact information for three references, and an unofficial transcript. Please note that any social security number included on requested transcripts should be redacted prior to submitting online.
Screening Date:
September 3, 2024, until filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.
What do I do if I need an accommodation?
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi State University, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at tel: (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.msstate.edu .
If you have any questions regarding this policy, contact the Department of Human Resources Management at (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.msstate.edu . Upon request, sections of this job listing are available in large print, and readers are available to assist the visually impaired.
Advertised:
Aug 20 2024 Central Daylight TimeApplications close:
Provides web development for selected Extension Service websites, consisting of a comprehensive range of associated web pages, web applications, and web-interfaces to enterprise-level software packages.
Salary Grade
: 14
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Anticipated Appointment Date:
September 2024.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Support the mission of the Extension Service through the oversight, design, and maintenance of Extension Service's multitude of websites.2. Creates and maintains appropriate modules and themes for both Drupal and WordPress content management systems.3. Develops online applications for use by Extension clientele and employees through PHP and other online programming tools.4. Creates, develops, designs, and maintains websites for selected Extension Service partners and stakeholder groups within.5. Edit and images, logos and other files for web delivery.6. Maintains a high level of knowledge and skills in current web publishing techniques, and research new and emerging technologies and standards for web design, web applications, and online platforms.7. Ensures website design and content is usable by all devices and that all such sites follow proper standards including but not limited to WCAG 2.0.8. Provides support and training to Extension personnel regarding developing and updating web-based content.9. Interacts with colleagues from other Extension services throughout the country when appropriate for the sharing of online Extension information relevant to multi-state audiences.10. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field.Experience: One (1) year related experience in maintaining and developing web-related applications.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in a related field.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Fluent with HTML5, CSS, PHP, JavaScript and jQuery.• Experience building user interfaces for websites and/or web applications.• Knowledge and understanding of database design and implementation.• Programming skills in PHP or other web programming languages.• Ability to convert comprehensive layout and wireframes into responsive websites.• Knowledge of React or Angular.• Ability to use Adobe Creative Cloud software.• Knowledge of dependency managers like Composer.• Skills in the maintenance, installation, and upkeep of Drupal and WordPress installations.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
• No unusual physical requirements. Must be able to sit at a computer for extended periods of time. Nearly all work is performed in a comfortable indoor facility.• Frequent external imposed deadlines; set and revised beyond one's control; interruptions influence priorities; difficult to anticipate nature or volume of work with certainty beyond a few days; meeting of deadlines and coordination of unrelated activities are key to position; involves conflict-resolution or similar interactions involving emotional issues or stress on a regular basis.• Job frequently requires walking, sitting, reaching, talking, hearing, handling objects with hands.• Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically.
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
Applicants must apply online at www.msujobs.msstate.edu and submit a resume, cover letter, contact information for three references, and an unofficial transcript. Please note that any social security number included on requested transcripts should be redacted prior to submitting online.
Screening Date:
September 3, 2024, until filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.
What do I do if I need an accommodation?
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi State University, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at tel: (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.msstate.edu .
If you have any questions regarding this policy, contact the Department of Human Resources Management at (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.msstate.edu . Upon request, sections of this job listing are available in large print, and readers are available to assist the visually impaired.
Advertised:
Aug 20 2024 Central Daylight TimeApplications close: