Web and App developer
Athens , GA
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Job Description
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S13028P
Working Title
Web and App developer
Department
Warnell-Sch Forestry & Nat Res
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
TRS
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time
Part Time
Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Monday thru Friday from 8-5pm, after hours and weekend work may be needed.
Advertised Salary
commensurate with experience
Posting Date
12/18/2024
Open until filled
Yes
Closing Date Proposed Starting Date
01/02/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy
Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Position Information
Classification Title
IT Application Support Paraprofessional/Professional
FLSA
Non-Exempt
FTE
0.50
Minimum Qualifications
Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
The Southern Regional Extension Forestry ( SREF ) Office within the Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources is seeking a part-time IT support professional to work on a variety of forestry & natural resource outreach related IT products. This position will support the SREF IT team in their work related to designing, developing, and maintaining custom client-centric web-based applications. The position will support the SREF IT team as they create, maintain and update complex web-based or mobile applications for external clients. The person in this position will need to possess some knowledge/experience with software engineering/developing, object-oriented web development and be willing to problem-solve.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
1. Self-motivated and willing to learn new knowledge & skills
2. Ability to work one-on-one and collaborate with a team
3. Prioritize, plan and multi-task in order to meet deadlines
4. Attention to detail & focus on delivering quality products
5. Interest in or familiarity with Forestry and Natural Resources IT needs
6. Provides client support in a positive, proactive manner
7. Adapts to and applies changing technology to projects
8. Experience with software development standards, methodologies, and tools such as: Python, JavaScript, HTML , CSS , React, XML , Json, Ajax, Restful Web Services, headless CMS , and MySQL.
9. Some experience working on IT projects
• One year experience developing and supporting professional web applications.
• Proficient in Web front-end and back-end web application development utilizing Python and Java Script OOP languages, HTML and CSS markup and Plone CMS .
• Familiarity and experience with Forestry and Natural Resources IT needs
Physical Demands
Computer work
Is driving a responsibility of this position?
No
Is this a Position of Trust?
No
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?
No
Does this position require a P-Card?
No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?
No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?
No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)
No
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
IT project specific support work
• Work under the supervision of lead IT developers to learn the scope, data requirements and specifications for particular web applications and IT systems in order to support their development, testing and delivery.
• Test project web applications.
• Research alternative web tools & approaches for specific web application uses.
• Develop code and deploy for project web applications.
• Document the status and progress of assigned projects verbally and in written reports.
• Add hundreds of webinars/videos to a learning management system manually and/or design and develop a script to automate the process
• Assist with client environment upgrades, which may include designing and developing code to automate processes related to content additions.
Percentage of time
50
Duties/Responsibilities
IT web applications maintenance work
• Work closely with SREF staff, clients, and partners in the maintenance and support of SREF's hosted web applications and IT systems.
• Provide client support (and end-user web support) as needed and propose application modifications to support client needs.
• Assist with managing website content for clients and for the SREF team
Percentage of time
45
Duties/Responsibilities
Other Office Support duties
• Assist in tasks associated with the running of the SREF office such as posting newsletters, editing documents, printing and copying materials, etc.
Percentage of time
5
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Job Summary
Company
University of Georgia
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full or Part Time
Required Education
Associate Degree
Required Experience
1 to 9 years