Website Developer

SAN-Bernardino-Count; California (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

San Bernardino County's Innovation and Technology Department (ITD) is seeking a Website Developer to create new websites and modernize existing ones, applying a service‑oriented approach to design and user experience. The role focuses on delivering responsive, accessible sites and integrating with back-end systems.

The ideal candidate has at least two years of relevant web development experience, strong knowledge of CMS platforms (WordPress, Drupal, DNN), and solid HTML/CSS/JavaScript skills,

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of full-time equivalent experience, within the last five (5) years, managing internet/intranet websites, including content development, support, site design, development and implementation and maintenance.
• Must have experience in at least two of the following: Content Management Systems (e.g. WordPress, DNN, Drupal, etc.), HTML/CSS, JavaScript.

Responsibilities

• Architects, designs, develops, and maintains innovative and engaging websites; creates structured and standardized websites, and deployment processes.
• Determines business user web requirements and translates them into functioning websites using approved County web content management tools; meets functional and technical requirements.
• Designs user interfaces and creates mockups for County web pages; collaborates with developers to develop, debug or implement website application, mobile applications, and system integrations.
• Formulates effective, responsive designs and turns them into working websites.
• Tests websites for accurate content, functionality, and errors; ensures delivered product meets requirements; troubleshoots, analyzes and resolves web page content issues to improve the performance and the accessibility of the information.
• Provides website corrective maintenance and adaptive maintenance to ensure proactive measures are in place; continuously optimizes user experience; remains abreast of technological changes.

Skills

Content management

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

30 semester units in CS or related field

Tools

WordPress

DNN

Drupal

HTML/CSS

JavaScript

.NET

PHP

JSON

XML

GitHub

TFS

Job description

The Innovation and Technology Department is at the forefront of driving digital transformation and innovation, consistently delivering cutting-edge solutions to enhance county operations. Recognized for its excellence, the department has been honored with prestigious awards, including the National Association of Counties (NACo) Award and the Digital Counties Award. These accolades underscore the team's commitment to leveraging technology to improve efficiency, increase accessibility, and foster community engagement, making it a leader in public sector innovation.

The Innovation and Technology Department (ITD) is seeking a highly motivated Website Developer to create new websites and modernize existing websites, following a service-oriented approach to design and user experience.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Architects, designs, develops, and maintains innovative and engaging websites; creates structured and standardized websites, and deployment processes.
• Determines business user web requirements and translates them into functioning websites using approved County web content management tools; meets functional and technical requirements.
• Designs user interfaces and creates mockups for County web pages; collaborates with developers to develop, debug or implement website application, mobile applications, and system integrations.
• Formulates effective, responsive designs and turns them into working websites.
• Tests websites for accurate content, functionality, and errors; ensures delivered product meets requirements; troubleshoots, analyzes and resolves web page content issues to improve the performance and the accessibility of the information.
• Provides website corrective maintenance and adaptive maintenance to ensure proactive measures are in place; continuously optimizes user experience; remains abreast of technological changes.

*For a complete list of duties, please refer to the Website Developer job description.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Innovation and Technology Department (ITD) is entrusted with managing and safeguarding the County’s enterprise mission critical infrastructure and information technology systems. ITD delivers technology services and support under the following groups: Business Solutions Development, Geographic Information System (GIS), Computer Operations, and Telecommunication Services. These groups work together to provide a cohesive infrastructure, innovative application development and maintenance services, GIS data visualization tools and solutions, software licensing and compliance, subject matter expertise and support to meet the ever-changing needs of County departments, regional entities, and public safety agencies. As technology is constantly evolving, ITD staff continuously explore and invest in new technology innovations, system modernizations, and business solutions that will contribute to the success of the County.

To learn more, explore below:

• San Bernardino County website
• Innovation and Technology Department website
• San Bernardino County Vision
• ITD's Awards

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits and Memoranda of Understanding (MOU).

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process: Incumbent must successfully complete a background investigation (fingerprinting and work history/education check) in addition to a job-related physical exam, including a drug test.

Availability: Incumbents may occasionally work evening and weekend hours. Some overtime, on-call, or call back work may be required.

Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required and employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation.

Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States.

Candidates must mee the required education AND required experience to qualify.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Thirty (30) semester (or 45 quarter units) of completed coursework from an accredited college or university, preferably with coursework in programming, computer science, software engineering, or in a closely related field.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of full-time equivalent experience, within the last five (5) years, managing internet/intranet websites, including content development, support, site design, development and implementation and maintenance.

Must have experience in at least two of the following:

• Content Management Systems (e.g. WordPress, DNN, Drupal, etc.)
• HTML/CSS
• JavaScript

Qualifying degrees and coursework must be conferred by institutions accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Degrees earned outside the United States must be accompanied by an evaluation from a recognized credential evaluation service verifying U.S. equivalency.

The ideal candidate will possess the following

• Understanding of entire web development process (Software Development Life Cycle).
• Experience with responsive and adaptive design.
• Experience with .Net, JavaScript, HTML5, PHP, JSON, and XML.
• Code and deploy web applications in cross-platform, cross-browser environment.
• Proficient with Adobe CC (XD, Photoshop and Illustrator).
• Knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act, creating ADA complaint websites, and mitigation processes.
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools such as Microsoft TFS and GitHub.
• Good communication skills, works as part of a team, collaborating on solutions, and ability to manage project tasks independently.
• Ability to perform critical, abstract, and analytical thinking.

Examination Procedure

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation

If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans' Preference

Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy.

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.