Spartanburg County Public Libraries

POSTING DATE: April 17, 2024
JOB TITLE: Web Services Developer, Grade 23
LOCATION: Headquarters Library
DATE AVAILABLE: June 1, 2024
SALARY: $41,310 per year (Includes generous benefits package)

HOURS: 40 hours per week

Monday - Friday 9am – 6pm, occasional after hours when necessary

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or combination of education and experience equivalent. Must complete pre-employment testing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Collaborates as a full stack developer to design, code, test, deploy, debug, document, maintain and modify front end web sites, applications, queries and services to improve usability and appearance of digital assets.
Enhances user experiences by designing and building mobile responsive websites, pages and applications and creating information architecture and navigation suitable for any device.
Enforces policies and best practices in areas of design and development methodology, architecture, security, change and configuration management, all standards compliance including accessibility, and web usability.
Serves as an administrator for public website, Microsoft 365 environment, public catalog system, custom software, and associated databases, applications and services and maintains staff permissions for all public, internal and third-party sites.
Provides ongoing analysis and maintenance of the library’s public and internal internet sites, public catalog system, custom applications, Microsoft 365 environment and third-party sites. Supports staff from all departments and branch locations with web content needs. Analyzes feedback and bug reports directly from end users and troubleshoots and deploys fixes. Performs web content edits on all sites and applications.
Coordinates with Marketing to sustain the library’s brand on all internet and intranet sites, public catalog system, third party providers, social media networks and other web technologies.
Responsible for specific tasks regarding web design, web application development projects and assists with day-to-day department activities. Works with third party vendors when necessary.
Proactively learns and utilizes modern technologies, concepts, practices, and procedures as related to specific projects.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or combination of education and experience equivalent.
HTML, JavaScript, CSS, Bootstrap, C#, .NET, MVC Frameworks, SQL, API use
Knowledge of relational databases, specifically MySQL or SQL Server
Experience with Visual Studio, content management systems and website platforms such as Microsoft 365, SiteCore, etc.
Emphasis and appreciation for mobile responsive design, usability, cross-browser compatibility, and accessibility concerns
Strong understanding of current web browser differences and standards and mobile interfaces
Experience with web imaging software and web design best practices
Familiar with computer hardware and network infrastructure
Strong communication skills, time management abilities, and attention to details
Possession of an appropriate driver’s license valid in the state of South Carolina and a clean driving record.