Allegan County

Web Developer

Information Technology - Allegan, MI - Full Time

Allegan County has much to offer, with 24 Townships, 9 Cities, and 2 Villages across nearly 900 square miles. The landscapes range from the lakeshore to beautifully wooded lands, our County’s natural resources are a gift to be treasured. Allegan County businesses, citizens, and employees are world-class, and we remain a welcoming, closely-knit community. We are one of the fastest-growing counties in Michigan.
Allegan County Government places high importance on our core values: Respect, Integrity, Commitment and Honesty. A common thread among our leadership, employees and volunteers is a strong desire to serve and be part of something meaningful. We were recently identified as “Best in Class Winner” among mid-size companies for our excellence in optimizing employee and organizational well-being. We have also received the Impact Award for excellence in educating our employees about their retirement plans and overall financial wellness. We are looking for dedicated, caring, energetic people to join our team!

Summary:

Responsible for the creation, development, and maintenance of the County’s online presence and programming needs, managing the full web application and website life-cycle.

Starting Wage: $27.55 per hour to start, Full-Time (rate increases to $29.40 per hour in Jan 2025)

Excellent Benefits Plan: Benefits begin on the first of the month after your hire date

- Medical, Dental & Vision (3 medical plans to choose from, 2 of which have a $0 premium)

- County-funded Health Savings Account with our two high-deductible medical plans

- County-paid employee life insurance coverage

- County-paid short-term disability coverage, up to 52 weeks

- Generous retirement plan, including a county contribution of 7% of your annual earnings

- Tuition Reimbursement Program for college degree courses

- Generous PTO plan, including front-loaded hours into PTO bank at hire, and annually on January 1.

- 13 paid holidays, in addition to PTO

- FREE use of Allegan County government's two fitness centers

Essential Duties:

1. Manages the web application life-cycle, using established fact-finding procedures, knowledge of pertinent work processes and procedures, and familiarity with related programming practices, system software, and computer equipment to provide required analysis of business and/or technical problems. Designs, develops, and maintains web applications by conferring with requesting departments to discuss content, output requirements, and the extent of programming required. Modifies existing programs to the specifications determined to be appropriate at the systems analysis and design phase. Performs routine tests of existing and new programs to ensure proper operation and function within the specifications they were written.

2. Creates and manages SQL Server databases for web applications including troubleshooting with respect to programming and website issues.

3. Provides SharePoint administration services; researches issues and provides support working closely with the Network Administrator, creates and manages SharePoint sites, site structure and permissions, develops custom solutions with programming, workflows, master pages, and templates.

4. Maintains the integrity, consistency, and accuracy of all web based content hosted by the County. This will involve working closely with internal staff to gather / organize content, manage / resolve issues, and provides training and support related to web publishing and content management. Provides direction and guidance for others on presenting or collecting information.

5. Develops detailed documentation for new and existing web applications and training documentation or videos.

6. Creates enhancements and modifications to web sites, page layout and design; organizes and maintains the website structure, creates website graphics, performs website postings, creates forms and surveys.

7. Develops and maintains plan for organization’s Internet presence, based on management priorities, policy directions, and goals. Assesses new standards, technologies and trends, and formulates strategies and plans for future enhancement of web sites. Maintains currency of knowledge with respect to relevant state-of-the-art technology and miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

8. Manages, schedules, and tracks various projects and activities.

Education and Experience:

1. Associate’s Degree (A.S. or A.A.) or two-year technical certificate.
2. One (1) year of experience with clerical duties.
3. One (1) year of experience with customer service & public relations.
4. Two (2) years of experience in information Technology with an emphasis in programming, web development, and the following technologies: Windows Server and IIS, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft SharePoint, Adobe, Acrobat, Photoshop or equivalent graphics manipulation package, ASP, NET,. C#, JavaScript, XML, CSS, Crystal Reports.

Allegan County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. A copy of our EEO Utilization report is available on our website:

https://www.allegancounty.org/home/showpublisheddocument/2802/637974740005930000

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