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Detroit Public Library

Web Developer

Detroit Public Library, Dearborn, Michigan, United States, 48120


General Purpose : Under administrative direction, develops, plans, coordinates, and administers the development and execution of the web development services for the Detroit Public Library (DPL); provides support in delivering excellent web services through a network of 21 branch libraries; and assist in quality service delivery to DPL customers. This role is seen as a hands-on management position informed by the ideal of a 24/7 virtual branch framework. Supervision Received/Exercised : Works under the administrative direction of the Assistant Director, Marketing and Communications and does exercise supervisory responsibility. Distinguishing Characteristics : This job class is an individual contributor and is not distinguished from other classes in a job series. Minimum Qualifications: Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field (Master's preferred). 2 years' experience in application development and testing. 1 years' SDLC implementation experience. Ability to create support documentation for all new applications. Strong teamwork skills. Proven knowledge of the most current security and web development programming languages. 2 years of experience in a library or academic setting. Required Knowledge of: A solid understanding of how web applications work including security, session management, and best development practices. Adequate knowledge of relational database systems, Object Oriented Programming and web application development. Hands-on experience with network diagnostics, network analytics tools. Basic knowledge of Search Engine Optimization process. Aggressive problem diagnosis and creative problem-solving skills. Strong organizational skills to juggle multiple tasks within the constraints of timelines and budgets. Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced environment, learn rapidly and master diverse web technologies and techniques. Required Skill in: Interacting with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds. Project management and administration. Problem solving and decision-making. Planning, analyzing, organizing and coordinating activities and establishing priorities. Presenting ideas and concepts orally (including public speaking) and in writing. Working cooperatively with branch and department managers and staff. Responding to inquiries in effective oral and written communications. Utilizing personal computer software programs affecting assigned work and in compiling and preparing spreadsheets and reports. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with Library and department staff, outside agencies, and the general public. Physical Demands / Work Environment: Work is performed in a standard library environment. Subject to sitting, standing, and walking. Subject to lifting 10-25 pounds.