General Description:
The Webmaster will be responsible for the design, maintenance, update and management of George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate Web site and all other related services.
Responsibilities:
Working closely with various departments to assist in daily Web site related operational procedures including: Solicit, design, develop, deliver and update web content specific to fine arts collections, images, video, as well as events and activities; Develop and maintain site navigational structure, templates, pages and graphics presentation; Write and update publishing policies and provide related training; Utilize user test info. and site traffic analysis to improve site functionality; Enable functionality including sharing, tagging, rating, repurposing, editing and exporting as well as ability to collaborate on SEO; Ensure user functionality including: retail transactions, inventory, donations, memberships, user registrations and promoting membership opportunities; Monitor work processes identifying opportunities for improvement; Develop new media, including digital video, podcasts, blogs, and RSS feeds.
Qualifications:
• Expert in evolving technical standards such as HTML, HTTP, XML, PHP, Flash and CSS
• Social Network-savvy
• Significant experience with various programming languages, Drupal content management system and Microsoft SQL database query and reporting
• Knowledge of Linux and Microsoft Windows Server OS
• Certification by the International Webmasters Association
• Degree in CS, Software Engineering or related experience with emphasis on business writing
• Detail oriented, Ability to effectively analyze, prioritize and problem solve
• Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work independently in a timely manner
• Excellent verbal & written communications skills and a courteous professional demeanor
You may send application materials: via email - HRMail@MountVernon.org, or fax - 703.780.8320 or postal mail - P.O. Box 110,Mount Vernon, Virginia 22121. Our applications may be downloaded and printed from the website (under employment) at MountVernon.org or picked up in person at the Ticket window, Restaurant or Retail shops.
Mount Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer
- Location: George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate
- Compensation: Dependent on skills and experience range begins 47K and position is eligible for benefits
- This is at a non-profit organization.
- Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
- Please, no phone calls about this job!
- Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.