Web Developer

Agency Information

Serve Texas with privatesector urgency and publicsector purpose.

Every dollar the State of Texas collects, holds, or spends runs through the Comptroller's Office. We are the state's chief tax collector, accountant, revenue estimator, treasurer, and purchasing manager. We write the checks and keep the books for the multibilliondollar business of state government, and we serve virtually every Texan while doing it.

Texans trust us with their money. We earn that trust every day by safeguarding taxpayer dollars, cutting waste, and finding better, faster, more efficient ways to get the job done.

This is not a place to coast. The work is demanding, the pace is fast, and the standards are high. We want people who take ownership, question the status quo, and think creatively seeing beyond the obvious to solve the problems facing Texans. We measure ourselves by results. If you're driven by the idea that government can work better, and willing to work hard to prove it, you'll fit in here.

What you'll get in return: real responsibility, meaningful work, and the chance to build your career alongside sharp, missionfocused professionals. We invest in people who invest in the job, with onthejob training, professional development, and room to grow as fast as your performance allows.

Public service is a calling. If you're ready to make every taxpayer dollar count, we want to hear from you.

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Work Hours

Monday through Friday, 40 hours a week with occasional evening, weekend hours and holidays. Hours may change based on business need.

General Description

Join Communications and Information Services Division as a Web Developer. Work involves highly complex(seniorlevel) web design, development and online publishing work. Performs design, development and maintenance of the Comptroller.Texas.Gov (CTG) website and other agency websites. Responsibilities include creating responsive online content and datadriven features and reviewing and recommending improvements to CTG's web infrastructure and processes. Collaborates closely with Web Team and Technical Leads, internal customers and subject matter experts to develop web pages, streamline content updates and deliver user focused solutions. Works in partnership with the Information Technology (IT) division to ensure strong website performance, reliability and overall user experience. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• Graduation from an accredited fouryear college or university with Bachelor's degree.

Experience:

• Minimum four (4) years' experience in frontend web development and management of complex websites utilizing PHP and Javascript, and/or other programming languages.
• Understanding of responsive web design and best user experience practices.
• Knowledge of creating websites accessible across different browsers (require samples to demonstrate work experience)

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education:

• Major course work in computer science, application/web development, management information systems, digital communication or other technical related studies.

Preferred Experience: One (1) year experience with any of the following:

• Handson experience with modern JavaScript framework
• Experience working within content management systems
• Objectoriented programming
• Familiar with Git and/or other version control tools

Substitutions

One (1) additional year of the fulltime minimum experience as stated above may substitute for each year (30 semester hours) of the required education with a maximum of 120 semester hours (four years).

Licenses and Certifications

None

Essential Job Duties:

• Required travel percentage: 5% or less
• Develops, updates and maintains static and dynamic web pages
  
  • Uses PHP, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, APIs and/or other objectoriented programming for Comptroller websites and online applications.
  • Coordinates file deployment to agency web servers with web team members and other agency personnel.
  • Ensures web pages meet Section 508 accessibility standards.

• Develops innovative web solutions that meet agency and user needs with respect to usability, functionality and performance.
  
  • Coordinates the coding, debugging and testing of web content integration and the preparation of content and data.
  • Assists in preparing detailed analyses, plans, diagrams and verification procedures for existing and proposed applications.
  • Uses coding structure that follows agency and division guidelines
  • Uses appropriate coding techniques, including agencyapproved AI resources
  • Maintains division systems and programs' document files
  • Prepares reports, provides status information and responds to requests
• Provides responsive support to internal customers by assisting with web page and site updates and serves as a point of contact for questions from both internal and external customers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• the capabilities and limitations of computer systems (Web Page and website coding)
• advanced Javascript, PHP, HTML5, CSS, jQuery, CMS, objectoriented programming and current website technology (Web Page and website Coding)
• presentation and automation of online Web content/data (Web Page and website coding)
• Dreamweaver, BBEdit or similar Web editing software (Web Page and website Coding)
• MySQL database solutions
• Web version control experience and applications ( Web Page and website coding )
• Techniques and applications used in the responsive design of Web pages (Web Page and website coding)
• Federal Section 508 accessibility standards (Web Page and website coding)
• Webusability concepts (Web Page and website coding)
• Design standards for aesthetic value (Web Graphics Design)
• State agency policies
• Comptroller of Public Accounts and agency main functions

Skill in:

• Utilizing approved AI coding tools for enhanced and efficient web design, user interface and coding.
• Integrating APIs for automated connections withing the website
• using a MAC book pro personal computer to perform high level Web development work (Web Page and website coding)
• Effectively conveying information and encouraging an exchange of ideas. (Communication)
• Identifying, defining, and solving problems. (Problem Solving)

Ability to:

• actively contribute to goals and objectives for the agency's websites in a strong team environment through collaboration, participation, acceptance of majority decisions and sharing of ideas
• demonstrate strong desire to learn new technologies and solutions for achieving maximum effectiveness
• Maintain confidentiality and protect the privacy of state employees, taxpayers, and other members of the public. (Security and Privacy)
• Follow all agency confidentiality, privacy, and information security policies and procedures. (Security and Privacy)
• Appropriately store, secure, and protect sensitive records and other confidential documents and data in accordance with the agency s certified Records Retention Schedule. (Security and Privacy)
• Seek guidance and clarification from relevant agency specialists when potential confidential issues arise. (Security and Privacy)
• Use discretion and appropriate judgement in communicating confidential and sensitive information. (Security and Privacy)
• Work with others to achieve a common goal. (Teamwork)
• Adjust to changing workplace demands. (Adaptability)
• Meet the needs and expectations of internal and external customers. (Customer Service)
• Effectively demonstrate skill and ability to perform the specific job duties and tasks as defined by a job description. (Technical Competence)
• Be dependable, meet deadlines and produce highquality work. (Workload Management/Productivity)

Maximize Your Earnings!

At the Comptroller's office, we know potential employees are looking for more than just a paycheck. The agency offers a strong benefits package for you and your family. Insurance, retirement plans, and a flexible work schedule are just the start. See our benefits offering

Please Note:

An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States to be hired at the Comptroller s office and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.

Applicants must ensure that all required supplemental questions are fully answered, complete job histories , and description of duties performed.

Applications submitted through Work in Texas: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS TAM to register or login and access your profile.

Military Preference:To receive military preference, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.

To explore how military experience may align with this role, applicants may review Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes within the State's Position Classification Plan. Please refer to the Military Crosswalk and select the occupational category that most closely corresponds with the classification listed in this job posting.

The Comptroller's Office is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. Only candidates selected to interview will be contacted. Notifications to applicants are sent electronically to the email address you provide.