THE CENTER AT DONALDSON

Position Description

The Center at Donaldson places a high priority

on incorporating our four core values into the daily 

performance of job responsibilities and leadership skills. 

These values are: community, dignity and respect for all,

openness to the Spirit, and simplicity.

Position Title: Front End Developer

Organizational Classification: Group II – Administrative Support/Coordinators/Supervisors

FLSA Classification:  Exempt

Ministry: Project Management and IT Services

Date: March 2022; May 2026

Reports to: Information Technology Director

Job Summary: Under the general supervision of the Information Technology Director, the Front End Developer is responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of PHJC Ministry websites, along with internally developed web application front ends. This position serves as the primary liaison for web project design and development for websites and web applications. The Front End Developer is responsible for managing website information related to specific areas of focus as defined by the ministries and will use their expertise and knowledge of the tools available for Internet and internal facing websites and will work with the ministries in incorporating the information into the website. This will be managed through development and implementation. The Front End Developer will coordinate and oversee the registration and management of Domain Names used with web-related services and is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of SSL certificates. The Front End Developer is responsible for assisting the Network Administrator with developing and maintaining the web servers and any servers related to services of web-based, Internet, and Intranet systems.

• Oversees the technical management of websites. Including integration of approved content and updates on the site, file management and site maintenance, database management, coordination of retrieval of pertinent information from the site to end-user, and archiving and record management.

• Demonstrates commitment to the mission, vision and values of the Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ (PHJC), including established policies and procedures, organizational objectives, continuous quality improvement, quality assessment, and security standards.
• Shares dignity and respect to all co-workers, vendors, and individuals.
• Conducts meetings with Ministry co-workers to: 1) determine the appropriateness and correctness of new web applications and modifications of existing applications, 2) determine current and future web development needs, and 3) coordinate final product with key staff as appropriate, to ensure customer satisfaction prior to publishing on the web.
• Works with teams throughout the organization to develop and maintain workflows that are impacted by web and online technologies.
• Leverages available technology such as email and video conferencing to ensure adequate and accurate initial communication and follow-ups with various ministries.
• Develops and executes web project plans, identifying and obtaining the resources required to complete projects, develops and manages project schedules and timelines, and remains within budget. Projects include development and implementation of portals, Internet websites, Intranet projects, Intranet sites, web applications, user training, etc. 
• Remains current on web technology and maintains project-tracking systems as required.
• Prepares activity reports and other reports as requested.
• Obtains approvals from management prior to incurring costs beyond the budget.
• Analyzes traffic to websites and recommends any necessary programming changes.
• Primarily responsible for monitoring online transactions and coordinating with OCPI and IT Director as needed to resolve suspected and fraudulent transactions.
• Responsible for meeting established guidelines for response time, product quality, and end-user satisfaction level.
• Implements, plans, contributes to the overall attainment of established key performance measures and goals.
• Maintains, to the extent possible, a safe environment in performing the tasks associated with the position description and identifies opportunities to improve safety. Responds in an appropriate and safe manner to any potential unsafe environment.

SPECIFICATIONS

Prior Education and Training:

• Associates degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Prior Work Experience/Skills Required:

• Six or more years of relevant experience in website design, development, and web project management of multiple Intranet and Internet sites. Internet/web project 

• management experience involving complex projects. Must be proactive and creative in working with Ministries and outside entities.
• Must possess strong skills with content management systems (CMS), specifically Joomla! and WordPress.
• Must possess a solid understanding of and experience with PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, ASP.net, or equivalent web framework. Must have experience with Adobe Creative Suite.
• Must possess a keen understanding of dynamic websites, web navigation, and be able to manage web server software. Must be skilled in working with images and other multimedia data types, including audio and visual. Have a solid understanding of encryption security protocols and management of SSL certificates. Must also be familiar with domain and search engine registration.
• Must be able to prioritize multiple assignments. 
• Travel may be required to perform assigned tasks, including the ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Demonstrates an advanced knowledge of web design and web application systems and technical requirements. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required. Ability to identify and document project requirements. Demonstrates an ability to prioritize assignments, meet deadlines and handle simultaneous projects. Ability to relate to multiple levels of user management. Possess the analytical skills necessary to develop operational policies and procedures relative to information systems and associated work processes.

On-the-Job Training/Orientation Required:

• Completion of new hire orientation program.

Environmental Conditions:

• Mental demands: This position requires the ability to think and act independently as well as ability to work with details and to retain many facts.
• Working conditions/hazards: good to excellent - few hazards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Position requires frequent sitting.
• Position requires occasional bending, crawling, reaching and balancing.
• Position requires good visual acuity and the ability to see color.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:

Computer