What are the responsibilities and job description for the Information Technology Specialist position at Louisville Metro Housing Authority?
Overview
The Louisville Metro Housing Agency seeks to hire an IT Specialist to join our dynamic team. The ideal IT Specialist will be responsible for managing the internal and external websites, contributing to site design, assisting staff with content edits through a content management system, maintaining the integrity and security of web-related data, and ensuring that the websites are functional, accurate, and current. The IT Specialist supports the continual development and improvement of both sites. and will also assist with user support and other IT-related tasks.
Responsibilities
- Develops and maintains internal and external websites.
- Coordinates the content, flow, and accessibility of information on websites; ensures web pages adhere to best practices, established policies, procedures, and guidelines for posting of graphics and text; and ensures content adheres to web content accessibility guidelines and requirements.
- Collaborates with internal teams to create an appealing, engaging, and consistent user experience.
- Oversees the technical development and implementation of page templates for the websites.
- Reviews web content, links, and design; provides necessary updates and enhancements.
- Implements appropriate security measures such as firewalls and cyber security best practices for the website infrastructure.
- Conducts user testing and use analysis to assess usability and effectiveness of the website; recommends improvements based on analysis.
- Drafts documents, and implements backup, recovery, and business continuity plans for the websites.
- Provide technical support for hardware and software issues across the organization.
- Collaborate with team members to develop IT solutions that enhance operational efficiency.
- Document processes and maintain accurate records of IT assets and configurations.
- Train staff on new technologies and best practices for IT usage.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in information technology, web development, or a closely related field
- Two to four years of experience in the computer field.
- Knowledge of principles and best practices of web page and website design, construction, and maintenance
- Knowledge of languages used in web development, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and SQL
- Knowledge of standard web strategies including client- and server-side processing, backend databases, and middleware.
- Knowledge of, and ability to follow, web content accessibility guidelines to meet federal and state requirements.
- Strong background in administering hybrid computing environments that include a mix of Windows and Linux operating systems.
- Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and take appropriate action to resolve issues using independent judgment and decision-making processes.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
Preferred
- Knowledge of WordPress
- Experience using PostgreSQL and writing SQL for queries and data manipulation.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills including experience writing.
Join us in shaping the future of technology within our organization!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,702.40 - $95,264.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Louisville, KY 40203: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,702 - $95,264