Job ID: OR-3
Onsite/Local (Salem ONLY) WordPress/Accessibility Developer (12+) with WCAG, HTML5/CSS3, Git, PHP, MySQL, REST APIs, responsive design, Govt experience
Location: Salem, OR (DOJ)
Duration: 2 Months
Candidate must be within 100 miles
Skills:
Skills Others WCAG 2.1 AA 5+ years Proficient (4-6 Years) Yes
Skills Others WordPress 5+ years Proficient (4-6 Years) Yes
Required Qualifications
5+ years of professional web development experience.
Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and modern frameworks/libraries.
Solid understanding of accessibility compliance and hands on implementation of WCAG 2.1 AA.
Experience with responsive design and cross browser compatibility.
Familiarity with version control systems (Git).
Ability to work collaboratively and communicate technical concepts clearly.
Preferred Qualifications
WordPress development experience including theme or plugin customization.
Experience with PHP, MySQL, or other server-side technologies.
Knowledge of REST APIs or headless CMS architectures.
Experience working in a public sector or enterprise scale environment.
Soft Skill
Strong problem-solving abilities.
Detail oriented and committed to high quality work.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Collaborative mindset with strong communication skills.
NOTE: Some additional hours on the weekends and evenings might be required per deployment. Must use Oregon Department of Justice equipment.
Summary
We are seeking an experienced Web Developer to design, build, and maintain modern, user centered web applications. The ideal candidate has at least five years of professional development experience, strong proficiency in accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 AA), and preferably hands on experience with WordPress development.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, enhance, and maintain websites and web applications using modern frontend and backend technologies.
Ensure all digital content meets WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards.
Collaborate with UX designers, content strategists, and project managers to deliver high quality user experiences.
Build custom WordPress themes, templates, and plugins (preferred).
Optimize site performance, including load time, responsiveness, and overall reliability.
Implement security best practices and support ongoing maintenance.
Troubleshoot issues, debug code, and perform regular testing.
Document code and system configurations.
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