TDA - Marketing & Public Outreach - Web Administrator (58194)

Web Administrator

• Salary Information:       B25, $7,300.00 – 7,500.00/MO. 
• State Classification:    Web Administrator IV - 0303
• FLSA Status:                Exempt
• Posting Number:         26-58194-1R

Telework Option:         TDA does not offer telework, and all employees are required to be physically present for work.

How To Apply

Apply online via CAPPS. Applicants applying in WIT must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit.

Who Are We

The Texas Department of Agriculture’s key objectives are to promote production agriculture, consumer protection, economic development and healthy living.  

What You’Ll Do

The Web Administrator will perform advanced web design and development work for the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA). This position will perform web environment design, deployment, development, and maintenance activities. Work involves maintaining all existing TDA web sites, maintaining, developing new TDA website(s) and working with web content managers to keep information current on the existing sites. This position will work under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Primary Responsibilities

Analyze the layout of Internet or intranet pages for efficiency and effectiveness.

Assist in the comprehensive website rewrite in coordination with the existing vendor, ensuring smooth integration and transition.

Design, develop and implement specialized programs or routines to supplement and enhance web-based applications software using HTML, HTML5, Java/JSP and ASP.NET/C#.

Maintain the day-to-day operation and administration of websites. Find and implement improvements to the organization and layout of existing sites.

Interact with System and Database Administrators to identify and correct problems with web sites and web applications related to IIS and Microsoft SQL.

Maintain and Enhance TDA’s web Content Management Application using HTML, Java, JSP and Dot Net Nuke (DNN) Content Management System.

Create new websites and web taxonomies using “look and feel” provided by graphics designer, HTML, Java, JSP and Dot Net Nuke Content Management System.

Provide support of web-based application software through diagnosis of problems and implementation of changes to resolve problems and maintain software at the most current level.

Develop and provide web hits and other statistical reports to requestors.  Analyze the reports to help determine improvements in site layout.

Ensure all sites meet state/federal requirements including all Department of Information Resources rules and Section 508 web accessibility standards. Implement website security measures for Internet and intranet security, such as firewalls or message encryption.

Follow all TDA policies and procedures.

Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION  (The application must state how each of the following qualifications are met - resumes do not take the place of the required state of Texas application which must be completed in CAPPS or WIT.)

Bachelor’s degree (One year of work experience related to the essential duties may substitute for one year of college).

Minimum five (5) years of work experience with web sites and web-based applications.

Work experience in application development.

Experience using Java, JSP, and ASP.NET/C#.

Experience operating computer equipment and modifying programs for computer applications.

Experience using Dot Net Nuke.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience using Oracle and PL/SQL.

Experience using Apache Tomcat or similar webserver server.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of the limitations and capabilities of computer systems; of techniques used in the design of web applications; and of programming languages.

Skill in computer programming; in the use of computer and applicable software; and in modifying or developing programs for computer applications.

Ability to design web pages; to handle multiple projects; to schedule, test, and install web pages; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; to exercise sound judgment and discretion; and to maintain confidentiality.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Normal office work environment and may have exposure to dust and environmental allergens consistent with normal business activities and human contact. Mostly sedentary in nature but may involve walking; standing; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping and bending; performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and coordination; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Must be able to work extended periods at a computer. May require working extended hours, some evenings, and weekends, as needed. May involve travel (up to 5% of the work period), occasionally overnight.

Telework & Work Hours

The agency does not offer telework. TDA employees are required to be physically present for work.

The agency’s core business hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. TDA also provides limited customer service between 6:00-8:00 a.m. and 5:00-6:00 p.m.

H-1b Visa Sponsorship

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

Benefits

The State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation. Benefits include:

ü     Retirement Plan

ü     Paid Group Health & Life Insurance for employees

ü     Paid Holidays

ü     Paid Vacation Leave

ü     Paid Sick Leave

ü     Longevity Pay

ü     Dental

ü     Vision

ü     Dependent Optional Life Insurance

ü     Voluntary AD&D Insurance

ü     Dependent Health & Life Insurance

ü     Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. A skills exercise may be conducted at the time of the interview.

Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls.  If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Career Center, you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions.

*A valid government-issued driver’s license, which is recognized by the Texas Department of Public Safety and in good standing, and an acceptable driving record are required. TDA will verify this information with the Texas Department of Public Safety. Applicants with a driver’s license not issued by the State of Texas should obtain and be prepared to provide a copy of their current driving record on or before their first day

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): TDA is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, military status, or protected activity.

Reasonable Accommodations: If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview or an HR representative at 512-463-7423.  Whenever possible, please give the hiring or HR representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

TDA participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Military and Former Foster Child Employment Preference: TDA complies with the provisions of the veterans and former foster child employment preference acts. Please contact our Human Resources-Veterans Liaison at (512) 463-7454 for assistance.

Go to https://texasskillstowork.com/, https://www.onetonline.org/, or http://www.careeronestop.org/ for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements, and skill sets.

Additional Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code or Crosswalk information is available from the Texas State Auditor’s Office at Information Technology MOS Codes.