ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN II

This position is responsible for developing and managing the City of Auburn Internet and Intranet websites. The role works within the Information Services Department, acting as a technical liaison between the Communications Division and the Information Services Department. Responsibilities Maintains the City of Auburn Internet and Intranet websites. Maintains content on City websites to ensure correctness, completeness in a timely manner. Maintains the website architecture and standards for all City of Auburn websites. Maintains and creates SQL database connections and queries to enable dynamic websites. Researches, recommends, and implements online services as appropriate. Maintains knowledge of industry standards in website development and content accessibility. Knowledge of HTML, DHTML, ASP, .NET, CSS, JavaScript, and other scripting languages and cross-platform web accessibility standards. Maintains and creates pointers from other relevant websites and Internet search engines. Verifies content and functionality before, during and after projects to ensure quality control and consistency. Recommends operational policies and procedures for Internet and Intranet functions. Prepares written reports with clearly organized thoughts using proper sentence construction, punctuation and grammar. Maintains and reports web usage statistics. Troubleshoots technical problems with the City’s websites. Makes flexible schedule to meet the City needs. Works effectively under pressure and with frequent interruptions. Completes work and projects in a thorough and timely manner. Understands and follows directions from supervisor, posted work rules and procedures. Works courteously and effectively with public officials, citizens, contractors, vendors, developers, supervisors, and other employees, both in person and over the telephone; assisting them with a wide variety of information pertaining to City and department. Enters data or information on a terminal, PC or other keyboard device. Operates a motor vehicle requiring a standard driver's license. Maintains regular, reliable, and punctual attendance. Can work a full‑time schedule, on‑site (appropriate City work sites) due to internal and external customer service needs. Shows initiative in performing job functions. Performs related work as required. * = Primary function Qualifications AA certificate in web development, design, or equivalent AND a combination of two years of technical training and successful experience in web development and design; experience and knowledge of web editing software, web‑related technologies, required. OR a combination of experience, education and training that indicates the applicant would satisfactorily perform the essential tasks of the position. Possess and retain a valid state driver’s license without impending loss at time of appointment. Work Conditions Works indoors in a clean, climate‑controlled workspace. Noise level frequently high due to machine‑generated noise. May be required to work below ground level. Attendance at night meetings and early morning/evening hours occasionally required. Required to sit, talk, and hear; frequently required to work and use hands‑to‑finger, feel or handle writing utensils, computer and office supplies which require repetitive arm, wrist and hand movement; frequently required to stand, reach with arms and hands, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, or crawl; occasionally required to lift or move up to 25 pounds; more than 25 pounds using dolly or hand truck. Specific vision abilities include close, distant, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Employee is required to maintain confidentiality of information within the department. The employee may be required to deal with disgruntled individuals requiring the use of conflict‑management skills. Employee is required to perform work in confidence and under pressure for deadlines. The City has a Tobacco and Drug‑Free Work Environment The City of Auburn is committed to a diverse workforce to positively reflect the community in which we serve. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. EOE. The above primary duties and working conditions are only a representation of and are not an all‑inclusive list for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr