IT Applications Developer

Coast Community College District; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastline College’s Office of Public Relations and Marketing is seeking an IT Applications Developer to serve as the college’s webmaster. This role partners with our creative team to turn content into web pages and e-newsletters, and performs final quality and accessibility reviews before going live.

The ideal candidate combines solid coding with an eye for clean, intuitive design, UI/UX, and web accessibility.

Responsibilities

• Develops, analyzes, modifies, and provides support to web portal-based and desktop applications that use integrated databases for information resource, including websites, blogs, and content management systems.
• Designs and develops data structures and efficient algorithms for connecting and summarizing information.
• Integrates web portal and database systems with existing data warehouses and applications for student information, learning outcomes, and content management.
• Develops interfaces and queries to relational databases for data extraction and reporting.
• Provides training and support to staff on web portal, content management, and decision support systems.

Job description

(ON-CAMPUS - In-Person Position)

Coastline College’s Office of Public Relations and Marketing is seeking an IT Applications Developer to serve as the college’s webmaster. In this role, you’ll partner with our creative team to turn their content into web pages and e-newsletters, then give everything a final quality and accessibility review before it goes live. The ideal candidate pairs solid coding skills with an eye for clean, intuitive design. You’ll bring expertise in UI/UX and web accessibility, making sure the college website and blog work well for every student, employee, and community member. Experience with CRM or email marketing platforms is a plus.

About Coastline College

Coastline College opened in 1976 as the first campus-free college in the United States. Over the years, the “college beyond walls” evolved to teach courses online, through correspondence, and in-person. Coastline guides diverse populations of students toward the attainment of associate degrees and certificates leading to career advancement, personal empowerment, and transfer. By meeting students where they are, Coastline provides innovative instruction and services designed to achieve equitable outcomes. Coastline is committed to creating opportunities for student success.

Mission & Values

At Coastline College we celebrate and respect diversity in all forms that includes every race, religion, gender, socioeconomic status, ethnicity, veterans, sexual orientation, and people with varied abilities. Coastline College is seeking applications from candidates whose professional experience and service advance anti-racism, anti-oppression, equity, and social justice and who will positively contribute to the College's mission and vision. Successful candidates will share our vision and will work with us to help all students achieve their educational goals, regardless of their background and level of preparation. We welcome candidates whose experiences have facilitated their understanding of traditionally underrepresented racial minority communities.

Summary

Develops, implements, maintains, and supports web portal-based and database originated applications. Develops interfaces that present dashboards, pages, forms, and decision support tools for users to navigate and transfer data to, from, and within the integrated database and web portal environments. Develops applications that present forms and data for viewing and conveyance.

Distinguishing Career Features

The Applications Developer is a professional-level position in a career path for design, development, and maintenance of decision support and information resources. The Applications Developer requires the ability to construct interfaces and applications using ITIL Framework and Processes that can be presented via summary portals, dashboards, and ad hoc decision support tools.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Specific duties may vary among departments, divisions and jobs. Incumbents typically perform a substantial portion or all the following kinds of duties, as assigned:

1. Develops, analyzes, modifies, and provides support to web portal-based and desktop applications that use integrated databases for information resource, including websites, blogs, and content management systems. Designs and develops the data structures and efficient algorithms for connecting and summarizing information.
2. Integrates web portal and database systems and applications with existing data warehouses including, but not limited to, the District’s web portal, and applications and databases for student information, learning outcomes, and content management.
3. Develops interfaces and queries to relational databases that operate on various platforms for the purpose of extracting and compiling data into common formats. Participates in designing databases and developing report-producing queries.
4. Prepares documentation of applications and modifications to third party software. Performs scripting and programming of web portal and dashboard features including modification to existing applications.
5. Facilitates discussions with administrators, teachers, and staff to identify and develop user specifications, display formats, and templates or structures that guide application development and assist users to view content within established standards.
6. Assists in the development and maintenance of policies, planning, and design for data display. Recommends and programs user friendly navigation structures.
7. Participates in determining appropriate data compression techniques and image optimization to deliver enough speed and quality.
8. Participate on committees advancing the concept of web portal and ERP-based technologies and applications.
9. Participates with others matters such as, but not limited to, systems security and permissions, backup and recovery for systems and applications, hardware and software planning. Provides expertise in the area of web integration and applications.
10. Remains current on new technology and emerging industry trends. Presents new ideas, best practices, and innovative solutions forward in order to improve upon the user experience and overall web presence.
11. Provides training and support to enhance the ability of staff to use the web portal, content management, and decision support systems. Maintains content management systems.
12. Manages LMS system including integrations, add-on applications, and services. Develops and manages add-on apps, integrations between LMS, ERP and other systems.
13. Researches and advocates best practices to improve the delivery of services to LMS, ERP and other systems. Defines processes for services and integrations related to LMS, ERP and other systems.
14. Defines/Gathers requirements, defines test plan, coordinates implementation of projects.
15. Performs other related duties as assigned that support the objective of the position.
16. Required to abide by all District policies and procedures including Board Policy 3050 – Code of Professional Ethics.

Knowledge and Skills

1. The position requires specialized knowledge of the principles of, and techniques used for design and maintenance of web site portals and dashboards that provide summary and trending information and enable data analytics.
2. Requires in-depth knowledge and skills in programming and scripting languages used by the district to activate web site portals and to perform customized data management.
3. Requires working knowledge of ITIL Framework and Processes.
4. Requires in-depth knowledge of software browsers, ERP design, and transactions.
5. Requires in-depth knowledge of structured query language (SQL).
6. Requires knowledge of internet protocols, e.g. Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).
7. Requires specialized knowledge of relational database concepts, design techniques, and tools used for web-based data storage and communications.
8. Requires in-depth knowledge of computer file methods, structured testing techniques, and programming languages used by the district to support ERP, or others currently in industry use.
9. Requires in-depth knowledge of object-oriented software development techniques and tools.
10. Requires working knowledge of business practices enough to develop information systems and work process flow charts, ultimately leading to custom applications.
11. Requires advanced technical writing skills to document applications and instructional content.
12. Requires problem solving and analytical skills.
13. Requires well-developed human relations skills to facilitate small group processes, conduct training, provide technical support, and apply understandable lines of questioning when trying to understand department needs or problems.

Abilities

1. Requires the ability to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the position.
2. Requires the ability to use programming and scripting languages to develop, maintain District web site portals and integrate applications.
3. Requires the ability to operate a variety of computer terminals, printers, and peripheral equipment.
4. Requires a willingness to update skills on a regular basis to remain up to date with rapidly changing technology.
5. Requires the ability to analyze technical problems and to develop and apply appropriate solutions.
6. Requires the ability to create and edit web page text and graphics and convert them to web content.
7. Requires the ability to write basic to complex programs using ERP tools or other languages, using SQL extensions to access a relational database and library and lexical functions.
8. Requires the ability to analyze data and develop logical solutions.
9. Requires the ability to translate the English language into computer languages and debug program code.
10. Requires the ability to discuss technical information with users, discern their needs and develop programs, systems, screens, etc., which meet those needs.
11. Requires the ability to communicate technical and complex information to ‘non-technical’ users.
12. Requires the ability to provide training to on-line users in use and maintenance of web pages.
13. Must be able to read, understand and apply information from technical manuals.
14. Requires the ability to prioritize work in order to meet deadlines and maintain schedules.

Physical Abilities

1. The general physical demands, working conditions, and essential job functions associated with this classification will be kept on file with the Office of Human Resources.
2. Essential functions will vary by position.
3. As defined by Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (“FEHA”), the District shall engage in a timely, good faith interactive process with employees or employment applicants who are requesting or are in need of reasonable accommodations and, provide reasonable accommodations for employees or employment applicants who, because of their disability, are limited in or unable to perform one or more of the essential functions of their job in accordance with applicable state and federal law.

Education and Experience

The position typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field and three years of experience with web portal and ERP-based applications development using new technologies. Alternatively, an Associate’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, and six years of experience with web development using new web-related technologies. Industry certifications may also substitute for some higher education. Or, any combination of education and experience which would provide the required equivalent qualifications for the position.

ANDDemonstrated evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the racial, ethnic, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic, academic, and cultural diversity within the community college student population, including students with different ability statuses (e.g., physical and/or learning) as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice within the classroom.

Licenses and Certificates

May require a valid driver license.

Working Conditions

Work is performed indoors where minimal safety considerations exist.

This job specification describes the general nature of the work performed, representative duties as well as the typical qualifications needed for acceptable performance. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, work steps, and skills required of the job.

Note: D.E.I.A. - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism

Note: To be eligible for employment, you must possess authorization to work in the United States. The District does not sponsor visas or take over any established visa sponsorship.

This is a permanent, general funded, full-time, 12-months per year classified position. The normal hours of work will be Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with the flexibility to occasionally work extended hours and/or weekends, if necessary, to meet the department's needs. The effective date of employment will be arranged with the supervisor. The District provides medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and eligible dependents and life insurance for the employee. (Salary Schedule: EE-123)

Please note that job offers are conditional and are contingent upon the successful completion of satisfactory comprehensive background check (including Livescan fingerprinting) and satisfactory references, and approval or ratification by the District’s Board of Trustees or the Chancellor.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment. The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910) The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing equity and inclusion goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Coast Community College District, through policies, practices, and other benefit programs, delivers a fair and equitable total compensation program that promotes equal employment opportunity, inclusion, and workforce vitality. In general, it is the policy of the District to place new employees at the first step of the salary grade. All movement on the salary schedule will occur July 1 of each year for all classified employees.

Employment Information

• Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
• The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910)
• The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing equity and inclusion goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Coast Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer The Coast Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators/managers, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student learning and success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. We are committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity, and equal consideration for all qualified candidates. The District does not discriminate unlawfully in providing educational or employment opportunities to any person on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or genetic information. The Coast Community College District is a multi-college district that includes Coastline College, Golden West College, Orange Coast College. The three colleges offer programs in transfer, general education, occupational/technical education, community services, and student support services.

Coast Community College District Title IX (For more information on Title IX click here)

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2025 Coast Community College District Annual Security and Fire Safety provides the crime statistics for calendar years 2022, 2023, and 2024, which were submitted to the U.S. Department of Education as required under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. A hard copy can be obtained from one of the Campus Safety Offices. Please contact any of the Campus Safety Offices for any questions.