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Defenders of Wildlife is a leading environmental non-profit organization, dedicated to the protection of endangered species and habitat. The Defenders website has monthly traffic of more than one million unique visits and approximately 900,000 e-subscribers. The Web Developer plays a key role in the upkeep and management of www.defenders.org and all other Defenders of Wildlife and Defenders of Wildlife Action Fund web properties. This hands-on position requires thorough knowledge of current Defenders web-related systems, as well as the technical aptitude to implement effective solutions.
Responsibilities include writing, testing, and deploying code; creating page layouts; posting content; maintaining effective information architecture; graphic design; integration of new technologies; supporting staff use of the Content Management System (CMS); and assisting with development of website strategy.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Web Production
- Create, configure and update web pages on Crown Peak CMS, Drupal, Convio and Dreamweaver – require appropriate knowledge of CSS, HTML, PHP, JS, and other web programming languages as needed
- Configure membership donation forms in Convio, and support creation of new membership donation forms outside of the Online Campaigns team
- Configure landing pages (eCommerce, Advocacy, Donation, Survey, Google analytics and SEO) and quality assure/test them before they are launched
- Conduct testing and quality control of web pages, forms, functionality and email communications
- Light graphic design as needed
- Web Development
- Design and code technical solutions to the Defenders and Defenders Action Fund websites
- Troubleshoot technical issues and implement functionality enhancements to WordPress-based blogs and social media sites, including the Defenders Facebook and Twitter pages
- Identify system deficiencies – research, recommend, and implement solutions
- Communicate and enforce coding standards
- Create well designed, reusable objects
- Manage and implement APIs relating to current (Convio) and future systems
- Industry Knowledge
- Keep abreast of web industry trends, new technologies and competition
- Attend webinars, lectures and other web-related events
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s (B.A./B.S.) degree or equivalent in web design and development, computer science, or information systems
- Experience:
- 3+ years of experience in website development
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
- Other:
Required Qualifications:
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Exceptional organizational skills as well as focused attention to detail
- Ability to accomplish multiple tasks on a number of concurrent projects
- Technical knowledge in web authoring tools such as Dreamweaver, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, XML, APIs, etc.
- Experience using Adobe Photoshop for image manipulation
- Knowledge of browser-specific compatibility issues
- Knowledge of technical and functional design requirements
- Self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision
Desired Qualifications:
- Familiarity with web technologies, CMS and software such as Convio, Crown Peak, Google Analytics, Facebook applications, etc.
- Knowledge of and commitment to web standards and best practices
- Familiarity working with mobile technologies
- Physical Demands:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer and communicate with others while doing so.
- Work Environment:
- General office working conditions, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
All employees are required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions. The essential duties and responsibilities listed above are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
How To Apply
Interested applicants please reference Web Developer in your subject line and submit a letter of interest, along with your resume and salary history (must be included to be considered) to us via e-mail at: HR@defenders.org
It is the policy of Defenders of Wildlife to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law, in all personnel actions.
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