Drupal and WordPress administrator

Job Summary

The Developer Analyst performs highly complex (senior-level) computer systems analysis work and serves as the primary Drupal and WordPress administrator for the agency's website. The analyst develops web and browser applications. The analyst performs logical database management for agency web applications. The analyst creates and maintains appropriate technical and security documentation. Provides training and instructions to agency staff for use of in-house web applications. Participates in and provides information in cross-agency workgroups in the implementation of web page templates and standards across the enterprise. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop and administer the agency's Drupal website and WordPress blogs
• Plans, develops, and maintains web and browser applications to support Library programs and operations. Trains team members in Drupal development and website management best practices
• Participates in and provides information in cross-agency workgroups in the implementation of standard web page templates and enterprise usage of web applications including: Drupal, WordPress and in-house applications
• Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies
• Complies with all applicable agency policies and procedures, including safety and standards of conduct
• Performs other duties, as assigned

Required Qualifications and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalency
• A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in the following:
  • Using HTML and CSS in accordance with current web standards
  • Design and development of MySQL databases
  • Using jQuery for web application front-end development
• Using PHP programming language within the LAMP or LEMP software stack to develop and maintain applications
• Designing, developing, and administering enterprise websites, tools, workflows, custom themes and modules using a Content Management System (CMS) within a LAMP or LEMP software stack; which must include experience in the following:
• Developing within common web development frameworks and extensions (Laravel, Django, Symfony, etc.)
• With Drupal website administration and management
• With WordPress website administration and management

Preferred Qualifications and/or Experience

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in computer science, information systems, or related areas of study
• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in one or more of the following:
• Implementing and managing successful information retrieval systems (Drupal Search, Solr, or other open-source tools)
• Website administration and management using Drupal administration tool, Drush
• Building responsive websites
• AJAX web development techniques to create asynchronous web applications
• Using Python programming language within the LAMP or LEMP software stack to develop and maintain applications
• Proficient knowledge of JavaScript, Ruby, and Java
• Proficient knowledge of cross-site scripting and SQL injection security issues
• Experience using ticketing systems such as Remedy or KACE
• Recent Industry Certifications related to programming or web development

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficient knowledge of the Linux operating system and command-line interface (CLI)
• Knowledge of system development methodologies, programming concepts, computer equipment, and operating systems, and development environment procedures
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and provide solutions to computing problems
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and documentation standards
• Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cordial working relationships with staff at all organizational levels, and external entities
• Ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines

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