WordPress Web Developer

Posting Date: 2/22/2022
Title: WordPress Web Developer

Who We Are

L. Norwood & Associates is a Black femme-led, boutique consulting firm specializing in political, issue campaigns, nonprofit strategy, communications, and capacity building. We are a lean and powerful team of skilled professionals committed to engaging and including the voices of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) in critical political races, policy, and quality of life issues. We are not your typical big-box consultants. Instead, our team consists of passionate and expert organizers of color who use their talents to support organizations and initiatives to increase equity in BIPOC communities. We see our work as a vehicle to help advance BIPOC communities, and we believe culturally responsive communications, systems, and programs are critical to dismantling systemic racism. Therefore, our team is deeply invested in developing targeted strategies that win, contribute residual benefits for BIPOC communities, and impact systemic change. We are movement builders.

We have Southern California roots but serve clients nationwide, and we were founded in 2019 by marketer, strategist, and national organizer, Lanae Norwood. So if you are looking for a small, but high-performing team that is committed to using our talents to impact change positively, then in the words of our extraterrestrial friend E.T., “phone home!”

About the Position

The Web Developer serves as the primary administrator and a strategic authority for our websites, online properties, and presence. They will have extensive experience in website development, data analytics, and an interest in building dynamic web-based tools to support and promote our public and political education campaign. They will be responsible for the design, development, coding, and support of applications, online tools, and websites for the digital team. This includes supporting strategy, planning, and design to implementation, testing, and optimization; managing web analytics and trends to optimize site engagement. The position is classified as a 1099 contractor/freelancer.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain templates, pages, dynamic content, dashboards, and reports for the campaign’s web properties.
• Responsible for the design, development, coding, and support of applications, online tools, and websites for the digital team.
• Maintain and serve as administrator to web presence including weekly posting, security updates, troubleshooting, server maintenance, and ensuring we have a user-friendly and accessible site.
• Manage web hosting accounts, ensuring our domains and hosting accounts are in good standing.
• Develop user guides, and similar educational or training materials for partners as needed in order to increase user awareness, encourage technology adoption, and increase knowledge of data-driven strategies, especially as relates to digital analytics, metrics tracking, and optimization opportunities.
• Stay on top of current trends that might be advantageous for internal and external partners.
• Assist Communications Director with hands-on support and training.
• Report on website analytics to help inform on communications and outreach strategies.
• Responsible for web and digital SEO, event tracking, A/B testing, and data analysis

Skills & Experience

A successful candidate will be well-versed in HTML, CSS, PHP, JavaScript, MySQL, and have familiarity with CMS, advocacy, and marketing platforms such as WordPress, Salesforce CRM, Action Network, or similar.

• Minimum of four years of demonstrated experience in web development. Experience working with non-profit, non-governmental, advocacy, or grassroots organizing institutions is preferred but not required.
• Strong hands-on experience with PHP, MySQL, and Apache.
• Proficient in HTML5, CSS3, and SCSS/SASS.
• Experience manipulating and customizing pre-made WordPress themes
• Comfortable adding/troubleshooting various WordPress plugins
• Experience with plug-ins to manage content libraries
• Ability to work with/create hard-coded non-WordPress sites
• Experience building responsive sites
• Knowledge of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) techniques for maximizing web visibility throughout the design process.
• Knowledge of interface design for web applications; including social media.
• Knowledge of building online audiences and communities.
• Strong knowledge of and competency in UX/ UI principles, and a good understanding of current and emerging web technologies.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to meet deadlines must deliver prototypes and final mock-ups in a timely manner.
• Experience with creating and measuring the success of online tools and campaigns.
• Desire to work on a fast-paced, mission-driven, campaign.
• SEO and Google Analytics / Adwords experience required.
• Development experience for both mobile, tablet, and desktop.
• Commitment to advancing economic and racial justice.

Compensation

We are looking to build a long-term relationship with the right candidate. The Web Developer is a remote,1099 contractor/freelancer, preferred to be southern CA-based, but is not required. If not CA-based must be willing to travel. Compensation is up to $40 per hour and is commensurate with experience. The right candidate should expect to be available approximately 15-20 hours per week however hours are flexible.

If you are interested, please email your cover letter, resume, and three references to the email provided. Please no phone calls.

L. Norwood & Associates is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where contributions are valued and celebrated, and our employees thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do the best work of their lives. We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, across race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, or disability. Applicants will not be discriminated against based on these or other protected categories or social identities.

L. Norwood & Associates will consider employment for qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable laws. Justice impacted applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. L. Norwood & Associates is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please let our recruiting team know or email the email provided in this ad.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: Up to $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: Remote