Required Education

A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.

Required Qualifications

• Considerable experience (typically 3-5 years) in web and application development, or website design, and building programmatic solutions in a secure environment

• Proficiency with HTML5, CSS, JavaScript and familiarity with relational database design using DBMS systems such as FileMaker, MS SQL Server or Access, Oracle, MySQL.

• Knowledge of current web standards (for HTML, CSS, AJAX, CMS, etc.) and demonstrated skill employing these in creating standards-compliant web pages

• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools and all aspects of the lifecycle of a web application; estimating, wireframing, design, frontend and backend;

• Ability to effectively communicate technical information, both orally and in writing, with other technical and non-technical staff, including peers, content providers, designers, workgroups, managers, and general customers

• Working knowledge of and ability to:

  • Work constructively and collaboratively in a diverse environment, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusting relationships,

  • Operate effectively within a highly regulated team environment.

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, peers or managers, and general customers. 

Desired Qualifications

• Basic knowledge and understanding of the professionalism and intensity necessary to successfully contribute to a Division I athletics program.

• Familiarity working with Drupal 7/8, WordPress Platform and/or other Content Management Systems – Highly desirable

• Knowledge of web analytics tools (ex. Google Analytics, Webmaster Tools, Site Search, etc.) - Highly desirable

• Knowledge of Search Engine Optimization techniques and strategies - Highly desirable

• Familiarity with web accessibility standards including WCAG 2.0 and WAI-ARIA;

• Experience utilizing tools for creating and manipulating databases (MS SQL Management Studio, dbVisualizer, etc.)

• Proficiency with PHP Object Oriented Programming;
• Experience with Continuous Integration tools and processes;
• Experience leading teams and/or projects;
• Knowledge of University of Iowa policies and procedures.