DescriptionSCOPE:The Economic Development department is looking for a skilled and creative Web Developer to join as a contractor for our Economic Development team. In this role, you will be responsible for building two public-facing websites. You will oversee the design and development of the website to ensure the best user experience and seamless functionality.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Website Development : Develop, test, and maintain websites that are responsive, fast, and user-friendly. Design : Using our existing branding guide, along with available templates (free or at cost), create website designs, Coding : Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code using languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP. Experience with frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js is a plus. Database Management : Work with databases like MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB to manage website data and ensure smooth functionality. Troubleshooting & Debugging : Identify and resolve website issues, bugs, or performance problems. SEO Optimization : Ensure website is optimized for search engines (SEO), improving visibility and ranking.Collaboration : Work closely with other team members to ensure the websites meet program objectives. Maintenance : Create a staging environment for future updates, enable automatic updates on all software packages, properly store and transfer credentials, provide basic training materials for self-service content updates. Testing & Quality Assurance : Conduct testing of website to ensure compatibility across browsers, devices, and platforms, and optimize for performance.QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with open-source CMS platforms like WordPress, Drupal, or Joomla. Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and web development frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js. Strong understanding of responsive web design principles and mobile-first design. Experience with version control systems, such as Git. Familiarity with web development tools like text editors (e.g., VSCode), task runners (e.g., Gulp), and build systems. Basic knowledge of backend technologies such as PHP, Node.js, or Python. Strong understanding of SEO best practices and web analytics. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Good communication and teamwork skills. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:At least 3 years of experience in web development, with a strong portfolio of completed projects.