Public Web Specialist & CMS Lead

POLICE DEPARTMENT; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York's Office of the Deputy Commissioner, Public Information seeks a skilled Webmaster to manage and optimize City websites within a government environment. You will ensure site functionality, accessibility, and compliance while supporting updates and publication workflows.

Ideal candidates bring CMS experience, web development skills (HTML, CSS, JS), and the ability to collaborate across bureaus in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, HCI, interactive media, data visualization, communication or related field with four years of experience.
• Associate degree in related field with six years of full-time experience in the area.
• Bachelor's degree with eight years of related experience; or equivalent education/experience.
• Experience with CMS, web standards, and government/public sector environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and support web content with blogs, RSS/news feeds, audio/video, and APIs.
• Coordinate with bureaus to publish final versions of content.
• Provide input on design, aesthetics, and web features within a government setting.
• Review websites for timely, compliant information and policy adherence.
• Maintain and enhance websites and web-based services.
• Implement compliant links and upgrade websites as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CMS experience

Web design

HTML/CSS/JS

SharePoint

Communication skills

Audit/compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/HCi/Interactive media/Design

Associate degree in CS/Engineering/HCi/Interactive media

Bachelor's degree with 8 years experience

Tools

SharePoint

VB Script

HTML

CSS

DHTML

Job description

The City of New York's Office of the Deputy Commissioner, Public Information seeks a skilled Webmaster to manage and optimize City websites within a government environment. You will ensure site functionality, accessibility, and compliance while supporting updates and publication workflows.

Ideal candidates bring CMS experience, web development skills (HTML, CSS, JS), and the ability to collaborate across bureaus in a fast-paced setting.