Job Description

JOB GOAL:

To advance the college's mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

This Web Developer I position is a developer with proven experience building web based applications and experience or interest in infrastructure / server related tasks. This is a dual responsibility position, encompassing both development and server based infrastructure sides.

This role must be flexible, open to new ideas, self-directed but comfortable asking for guidance and feedback, organized, and extremely attentive to details. Must communicate technical issues effectively in both oral and written format to technical and non-technical audiences.

The typical work schedule will be Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm.

UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence.
• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions.
• Champion Service- anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment.
• Perseverance- commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success.
• Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Act as first level support for platforms supported by the Web Development Team, working on service request and incident tickets.
• Experience developing websites and stand-alone web applications using PHP, C#, Java Script and/or a CMS.
• Understanding of .NET applications.
• Create well-designed, reusable objects.
• Knowledge of MSSQL and/or SQL Application Development and an understanding of database concepts.
• Understanding of SSO, SAML implementation (F5 experience is a plus).
• Experience in PowerShell or related Scripting.
• Experience with Linux and Windows environments.
• Ability to support Kirkwood's web servers.
• Experience using Docker or Kubernetes.
• Experience using GitLab.
• Understand browser-specific compatibility issues.
• Understanding of security frameworks, such as OWASP.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex technical problems
• Technical documentation creation and/or modification.
• System testing and regression testing assistance.
• Following the change management process.
• System maintenance activities.
• Seek out and participate in development opportunities above and beyond required training.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

• Be able and willing to represent the College in the most positive manner with prospective, former and current students, clients, suppliers and the community we serve.
• Must be a self-motivated, energetic and creative individual with strong personal computer skills and proven success working within a team-based environment.
• Possess communication skills and personality to work in a team environment.
• Possess and understanding of good customer service.
• Must have excellent customer service, communication and promotional skills.
• Must be able to work independently, accept responsibility with limited supervision, manage multiple tasks to completion, and work with frequent interruptions.
• Must have organization skills and attention to detail.
• Must possess written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service orientation, including excellent planning, organizational, communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Able to interpret questions, identify problems and propose solutions, read reference manuals.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES WITH/WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

Position involves working in an office setting. Occasional (10-33%) standing, pushing, pulling and grasping. Frequent (34-66%) reaching and viewing a computer and other types of close visual work. Constant (67-100%) sitting, walking, repetitive motion, talking and hearing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates Degree in computer science or related field or 2 years of programming experience

• Must possess an understanding of the software development process

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS :

• Bachelor's Degree in computer science or related field
• Higher Ed background is a plus, but not required.

EEO/AA STATEMENT:
It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness, 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, 319-398-5572 , [email protected] , or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, Telephone: (312) 730-1560 Facsimile: (312) 730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339 Email: [email protected] .

WHY KIRKWOOD: Kirkwood Community College prides itself on fostering a diverse workforce and values unique perspectives throughout its campus community. The college is a convenient, innovative, visionary educational leader striving to remain affordable and accessible. With more than 140 majors and programs, Kirkwood boasts 16,000 annual college-credit students while maintaining one of the lowest tuitions in the state. All degree-seeking students are eligible for federal financial aid and the college offers more than $3 million in scholarships each year to students from all walks of life.

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

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