Web Application Developer - Illinois Fire Service Institute Job Urbana Illinois USA,IT/Tech

PRIMARY POSITION FUNCTION/

SUMMARY:

The Web Application Developer position is responsible for full cycle dynamic web application development. Additional responsibilities to include testing, implementation, maintenance, and support of existing applications utilizing a variety of programming languages to connect to dynamic database systems. Other duties include development and maintenance of the Illinois Fire Service Institute (IFSI) website, and the IFSI Learning Management System (Moodle). This position will work closely with the other members of the IT staff to determine client needs and assist with programming projects and development.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Web Application Development and Maintenance

Design, testing, and implementation of web application solutions utilizing many different programming/scripting languages such as JavaScript, HTML, CSS, MSSQL (SQL), Cold fusion and other languages as needed.
Development and maintenance of web-based applications for managing student records, class information, billing, timesheets, travel reporting, and other mission critical business components.
Assist with resolution of web application related errors, bug testing, and documentation.
Designing responsive applications with mobile compatibility and ADA compliance.
Maintain compliance with W3C, State of Illinois, University of Illinois, and ADA web standards.
Integrate data with the IFSI Learning Management System and other Web based content.
Assist with codebase version control usage and management along with other programming staff.

Database Maintenance and Web Services Infrastructure Support

Assist the Manager of Systems Services/Director of Information Technology and other IT staff with managing database schema and maintaining data integrity.
Assist the Manager of Systems Services/Director of Information Technology and other IT staff with managing Web Server Infrastructure, Web Security, search engine improvements, and associated services.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Two (2) years of work experience in IT-related functions such as hardware/software support, programming, network design, network engineering, IT systems integration, or closely related field. College coursework which includes Information Technology (IT), IT Management, Programming, IT systems, or a closely related discipline may be substituted as follows: 30 semester hours equals one (1) year, Associate's Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen (18) months, 90 semester hours equals two (2) years, Bachelor's Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years.

Demonstrated experience developing web applications.

Demonstrated proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Demonstrated experience querying and working with relational databases using SQL or similar technologies.

Demonstrated experience in at least one server-side scripting language (such as Cold fusion, Java, Python, Ruby, Node.js, PHP, or ASP.NET.

Preferred:

Three to Five years of progressively more responsible work experience in a Programming and Web Application Development related profession doing full stack development.

Experience creating and altering SQL queries to retrieve and display data.

Experience with JavaScript Frameworks such as Angular, Angular JS, or React.

Experience with Cold Fusion programming language. Other server-side scripting languages considered with desire to transfer existing knowledge and skills to current environment.

Demonstrated experience with Version Control Systems such as GIT.

Experience with secure applications programming, including using SSL, TLS, to secure communications.

Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Strong communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to communicate technical information to non-technical collaborators.

Ability to work effectively both independently and in team settings.

Ability to self-manage and be managed in a variety of team settings and scenarios.

Work Location:

Hybrid or remote work arrangements may be available for this position, based on operational needs and University guidelines.

Appointment Information

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