Job Description

Job Summary
Join the School for Environment and Sustainability (SEAS) as our Web Developer and help shape engaging, secure, and high-performing digital experiences for a vibrant and diverse academic community. In this dynamic role, you'll provide direct support for faculty, research, and administrative websites, ensuring their stability and security, while also managing the main institutional SEAS website. You will apply best practices in web administration, including development, operations, security hardening, compliance and performance optimization.

You will report directly to the SEAS Director of Information Technology Services.

This position can be filled at the intermediate or senior level depending on experience.

If you're eager to collaborate, innovate, and make an impact in an inclusive environment, we encourage you to apply and grow with us!


What You'll Do
Web Development & Administration

Lead migration of faculty and School sites from AFS to Pantheon. Ensure smooth transition and maintain data integrity.
Proactively maintain and enhance WordPress and Drupal Multisite environments, supporting both individual and institutional websites to ensure seamless performance, scalability, and accessibility for all users.
Utilize your expertise in web programming (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, PHP) to design and develop custom themes and plugins, resolve advanced technical challenges, and deliver innovative feature improvements and API integrations that enhance user experience for all stakeholders.
Serve as point of contact for troubleshooting and technical support for faculty and staff web needs.
Security & Compliance

Oversee security and accessibility for all SEAS web properties, including the School's main site and faculty/research group sites.
Proactively manage hosting, conduct vulnerability assessments, and enforce university branding and WCAG standards (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines).
Implement timely CMS and extension updates to mitigate security risks.
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of technical setups, standard operating procedures, and security protocols.
Technical Consulting

Provide direct guidance to faculty and researchers on SEO, digital accessibility, handling sensitive data, and customizing their web presence.
Collaborate with communications and IT teams to ensure School website content and tools remain up-to-date and effective.
Facilitate training sessions to empower users and promote best practices.