Web Developer

Description

LAC Federal is seeking an experienced Web Developer to support the development, maintenance, security, accessibility, and modernization of a federal information services website and its supporting technical infrastructure.

The Web Developer will maintain web applications, content management systems, hosting environments, and related services while collaborating with government technical teams and library personnel to improve functionality, reliability, accessibility, and user experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and redesign the federal website and associated applications.
• Support Drupal and other content management systems.
• Maintain web servers, hosting environments, and related network services.
• Support Linux, Apache, cloud infrastructure, and database environments.
• Develop and maintain website code, APIs, templates, and user interfaces.
• Design responsive and accessible web experiences.
• Troubleshoot website outages, performance issues, and system errors.
• Recommend and implement system upgrades, enhancements, and corrective actions.
• Support compliance with Section 508 and applicable accessibility standards.
• Develop and maintain accessible web content, documents, and multimedia resources.
• Collaborate with government IT personnel, system administrators, and other technical stakeholders.
• Provide system documentation, technical training, and support.

Requirements

• Coding experience with HTML, CSS, HTML5, Adobe Suite CS3 or newer, responsive design, JavaScript, TWIG, MS SQL, MySQL, PHP, web-based APIs, Canva, and Subtitle Edit.
• Systems expertise in Drupal 9+, Koha 22.05+, Linux (Ubuntu/Debian), Apache, AWS S3, AWS EC2, and PuTTY.
• Familiarity with site-search customization, including FreeFind, Apache Solr, and Drupal Search; graphic design; and other content management systems.
• Experience with cloud-based and on-site server maintenance and development.
• Experience designing online experiences using UX, graphic design/UI, and accessibility best practices.
• Experience with Section 508 and Section 255 accessibility compliance, including content development and maintenance across web pages, documents, ePub, video, audio, and DVD formats.
• Cybersecurity certification such as CompTIA Security+ or CISSP.
• Experience diagnosing, troubleshooting, and mitigating system outages.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Single Sign-On and simpleSAMLphp experience.
• Branding and marketing experience, including creating conference and marketing materials.
• Social media branding, audience development, message development, and scheduling.
• Knowledge of system redundancy and security best practices.
• Interest in emerging technologies and government website modernization.
• Project management, leadership, presentation, and communication skills.
• Experience with Drupal module development, configuration management, and automated deployments.
• Familiarity with WCAG 2.1/2.2, automated accessibility testing, and secure software development practices.
• Experience supporting federal information systems and security requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods while performing computer-based tasks, web development, system administration, troubleshooting, and technical documentation.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks requiring manual dexterity, including typing, operating computers, handling technical equipment, and using standard office equipment.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach occasionally while accessing servers and technical equipment, collaborating with team members, and providing technical support or training, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development

EEO Statement

The company and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the population of differences and does not discriminate in its hiring/hiring practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.

Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.