SALARY
All new hires will be placed at the starting salary step of this classification ($7,253). Employees are eligible for a step increase on their anniversary date each year, up to the maximum step 5 of this salary range ($8,838).

ABOUT THE JOB: Under general direction, implements the overall strategic objectives for content and design of the official district website and all school site websites; provide support, training and service to District Office staff; and performs related work as required.

JOB DUTIES: Designs, publishes and updates new and existing websites and pages for the District; provides continuity of the District's website including programming, development and marketing; assists schools and departments to develop and maintain active websites; consults with District staff and departments regarding development and maintenance of consistent and professional departmental and school site websites and pages; creates and edits graphics, animation, audio and video files and place on web servers; creates rich content webpages using web authoring software utilized by the District; programs in standard 4th and 5th generation languages; integrates multimedia assets, search engines and applications into websites; establishes links with other appropriate websites; responds to user expectations for change and dynamic publishing; creates and ensures the functionality of webpage links, online forms, surveys and scripts running behind websites; converts files between various formats; ensures websites are compatible with all browsers and platforms; determines appropriate compression techniques, resolutions, sizes, color maps and depths to ensure images are delivered to the viewer in high speed and quality; troubleshoots problems and related applications and programs that run in conjunction with the webpages; establishes automated systems to monitor website use, analyzes a variety of user data including number of visits, paths utilized and time spent on each page; evaluates user trends and recommends modifications to provide continuous improvement of the District's websites; maintains and updates web servers and applications; evaluates new software for use in research and web applications; makes recommendations related to new software, tools and hardware related to websites; performs on-going research and testing of new tools, software, and products related to web development; implements new web technologies to meet the needs of the District; establishes and maintains cooperative and effective working relationships with the Office of the Superintendent, the Office of Public Information, and all district departments and sites; trains identified content owners in the use of web conversion tools and applications and developing web-based applications and programs; and participates in a variety of meetings and committees regarding designing, developing and implementing web-based applications to promote District programs and activities; develops proposals and timelines for completion of website projects.

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EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Education and Experience:  Bachelor's degree with coursework in computer science, web design or a related field; and three years of experience (equivalent to full-time work) in webpage design and maintenance. Significant related education/training/experience comparable to a four-year degree will be considered on an individual basis. Part-time experience will be considered and adjusted appropriately. Any other combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered.

LICENSE: Must possess and maintain a valid Class C California Driver License and remain insurable at the standard insurance market rate. Candidates must submit a recent (within the last 30 days) original DMV driving record by the oral rating exam.

A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE REQUIRES THE FOLLOWING....

Knowledge of: Principles of database structures; file size and image compression technology; graphic creation and manipulation tools; windows, Apple, IOS, and Android operating systems and server operations; troubleshooting strategies for Windows, Apple, IOS, and Android platforms and Internet browsers and versions; web authoring tools including current web languages; web browsing and enhancement tools; editing, publishing and modifying Web content procedures; FTP/HTTP concepts and technologies; principles of training and supporting technology users; project management methodologies and concepts; office practices, procedures and equipment; oral and written communication skills; and correct English usage, grammar, spelling and punctuation.

Ability to: Design, publish and update new and existing websites and pages for the District and sites; program in standard 4th and 5th generation languages as required; apply web programming languages and technologies; design and publish user-friendly webpages, forms and surveys; design professional quality graphics for use on websites; assist and train users in development and maintenance of webpages; work with multiple database structures; plan and organize work; meet schedules and time lines; maintain records and prepare reports; work independently with little direction; troubleshoot hardware and software problems; learn new programming languages quickly; explain technical problems and recommend solutions to appropriate staff; understand and follow oral and written instructions; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others; and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Non-Discrimination Statement:
Garden Grove Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, parental, pregnancy, family or marital status, immigration and citizenship status, military status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Copies of GGUSD's policies including Uniform Complaint Procedures, Sexual Harassment Nondiscrimination, Title IX Rights and Protection, and Statewide Resources are available upon request.

Questions or complaints of alleged discrimination, harassment, intimidation, bullying, and equity should be directed to the Assistant Superintendent of K-12 Educational Services, Dr. Lorena Sanchez, at llsanche@ggusd.us or (714) 663-6143. Title IX equity and compliance concerns should be directed to the Assistant Superintendent of Personnel Services, Jason Bevacqua, at jbevacqu@ggusd.us or (714) 663-6464. Complaints may be mailed to 10331 Stanford Avenue, Garden Grove, CA 92840.

Pupils have the right to a free public education, regardless of immigration status or religious beliefs. More information about these rights is available from the California Attorney General, Know Your Rights. Contact the district office to learn more about Title IX and Sex Discrimination/Harassment including how to file a complaint.