Web Developer (Washington, D.C.)

Feb. 17, 2012

Washington DC, VA

Confidential

Defenders of Wildlife, located in Washington, D.C., is seeking to hire a dynamic Web Developer. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Listed below are the responsibilities and requirements.

Defenders of Wildlife is a leading environmental non-profit organization, dedicated to the protection of endangered species and habitat. The Defenders website has monthly traffic of more than one million unique visits and approximately 900,000 e-subscribers. The Web Developer plays a key role in the upkeep and management of www.defenders.org and all other Defenders of Wildlife and Defenders of Wildlife Action Fund web properties. This hands-on position requires thorough knowledge of current Defenders web-related systems, as well as the technical aptitude to implement effective solutions.

Responsibilities include writing, testing, and deploying code; creating page layouts; posting content; maintaining effective information architecture; graphic design; integration of new technologies; supporting staff use of the Content Management System (CMS); and assisting with development of website strategy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Web Production

Create, configure and update web pages on Crown Peak CMS, Drupal, Convio and Dreamweaver -- require appropriate knowledge of CSS, HTML, PHP, JS, and other web programming languages as needed

Configure membership donation forms in Convio, and support creation of new membership donation forms outside of the Online Campaigns team

Configure landing pages (eCommerce, Advocacy, Donation, Survey, Google analytics and SEO) and quality assure/test them before they are launched

Conduct testing and quality control of web pages, forms, functionality and email communications

Light graphic design as needed

Web Development

Design and code technical solutions to the Defenders and Defenders Action Fund websites

Troubleshoot technical issues and implement functionality enhancements to WordPress-based blogs and social media sites, including the Defenders Facebook and Twitter pages

Identify system deficiencies -- research, recommend, and implement solutions

Communicate and enforce coding standards

Create well designed, reusable objects

Manage and implement APIs relating to current (Convio) and future systems

Industry Knowledge

Keep abreast of web industry trends, new technologies and competition

Attend webinars, lectures and other web-related events

Perform all other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor's (B.A./B.S.) degree or equivalent in web design and development, computer science, or information systems

Experience: 3+ years of experience in website development

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.

Other:

Required Qualifications:

Strong interpersonal skills

Exceptional organizational skills as well as focused attention to detail

Ability to accomplish multiple tasks on a number of concurrent projects

Technical knowledge in web authoring tools such as Dreamweaver, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, XML, APIs, etc.

Experience using Adobe Photoshop for image manipulation

Knowledge of browser-specific compatibility issues

Knowledge of technical and functional design requirements

Self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision

Desired Qualifications:

Familiarity with web technologies, CMS and software such as Convio, Crown Peak, Google Analytics, Facebook applications, etc.

Knowledge of and commitment to web standards and best practices

Familiarity working with mobile technologies