WordPress Web Developer
WordPress Web Developer
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Job Description
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE
The Web Developer is responsible for the development maintenance and optimization of WordPress websites that align with institutional branding and digital strategies for the District Office and seven colleges. This role includes building custom themes templates and plugins to support the institutions Enterprise Content Management (ECM) strategy particularly for academic and programspecific content ensuring a cohesive and usercentered experience. The WordPress Developer works closely with MARCOM OIT and CCC teams to deliver projects from concept to completion continuously enhancing website performance security and adaptability. While this role primarily focuses on WordPress development ideal candidates may also possess skill sets in broader frontend and backend web development including familiarity with other content management systems JavaScript frameworks (e.g. React Vue) and modern development practices. This flexibility allows the WordPress Developer to contribute to a range of web development projects beyond WordPress supporting the institutions diverse digital initiatives and evolving technological needs.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Web Development and Customization:
- Design develop and maintain custom themes templates and components within WordPress and other platforms as needed.
- Develop custom plugins integrate thirdparty services and build reusable components that support academic and programspecific content needs.
- Translate design elements from Figma or other design tools into fully functional responsive and branded web interfaces across platforms.
- Apply responsive mobilefirst design principles to deliver a consistent user experience across all devices.
- Project Management and Collaboration:
- Work closely with crossfunctional teams MARCOM OIT and CCC teams to define project requirements timelines and deliverables.
- Deliver web development projects from inception to completion ensuring alignment with institutional goals and adherence to quality standards.
- Participate in crossfunctional meetings to gather feedback align on project objectives and update stakeholders on progress.
- Website Optimization and Maintenance:
- Regularly update websites to ensure optimal performance security and compatibility with the latest standards.
- Conduct performance tuning caching and optimization tasks to improve page load times responsiveness and site health.
- Manage crossbrowser compatibility and perform rigorous QA testing to ensure consistent functionality and appearance across devices.
- Quality Assurance and Accessibility Compliance:
- Adhere to accessibility standards (WCAG ADA) to create inclusive and userfriendly web experiences.
- Conduct QA troubleshooting and debugging to maintain highquality errorfree content.
- Collect and implement feedback from stakeholders to continuously improve and enhance website features.
- Support for Content and Brand Consistency:
- Maintain and update themes templates and components to ensure brand consistency and a cohesive user experience across digital platforms.
- Collaborate with MARCOM to integrate branding elements style guides taxonomy and across web properties.
- Support content teams with template updates and enhancements that align with content structure and user experience goals.
- Flexibility with Web Technologies:
- Leverage knowledge of other content management systems such as Drupal or Joomla as well as modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g. React Vue) to support diverse web development needs.
- Apply frontend and backend development skills as required for nonWordPress projects providing adaptable support across the institutions digital ecosystem.
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Development and Content Management Systems:
- Proficiency in WordPress development including custom theme and plugin creation custom post types and Advanced Custom Fields (ACF).
- Solid understanding of PHP HTML5 CSS3 and JavaScript with experience using CSS frameworks like Bootstrap or Tailwind CSS.
- Experience with REST APIs and thirdparty service integration to enable dynamic content functionality.
- Familiarity with multisite environments and management of networked sites ensuring efficient scalability.
- Performance and Optimization Tools:
- Knowledge of caching CDN integration and image optimization for enhanced performance.
- Proficiency in debugging and performance monitoring tools such as Chrome DevTools Sentry or LogRocket.
- Quality Assurance and Accessibility Tools:
- Familiarity with tools such as Lighthouse axe and Wave to ensure accessibility and quality assurance compliance.
- Understanding of WCAG and ADA guidelines to create accessible digital experiences.
- SEO and Analytics:
- Basic knowledge of SEO best practices including schema markup and keyword optimization.
- Experience with Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager for tracking and reporting.
- Design and Prototyping:
- Proficiency in Figma or other design tools to accurately translate designs into web components.
- Familiarity with design collaboration tools such as Storybook for component management.
- Familiarity with M365 platform
- Knowledge of SharePoint Online and experience with SharePoint lists libraries and site content architecture
- Understanding of Power Automate as a workflow tool and Power Apps and an internal application builder to support internal business solutions
- Understanding of M365 and SharePoint security groups MS Teams and leveraging outofthebox M365 features to support collaboration
QUALIFICATIONS
- Education:
- Bachelors degree in computer science Web Development Digital Media or a related field or equivalent certifications.
- Experience:
- At least three years of experience as a Web Developer with a primary focus on WordPress and experience in broader web technologies. Experience in higher education a plus
- Soft Skills:
- Strong communication skills for crossfunctional collaboration.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a culturally diverse environment
Employment Type
Full Time
