Web Developer

Position Summary

The Web Developer position at the College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John’s University (SJU) supports CSB+SJU institutional needs by designing, developing, testing, debugging, documenting, and maintaining web applications. This role contributes to web development projects, supports existing and legacy web applications, and collaborates with campus departments to deliver solutions that improve and expand the functionality of institutional web applications.

Benefits

The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 18 Paid Holidays Annually
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave
• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Remission for Eligible Dependents
• Employer Contributions to a Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program with access to free or discounted counseling, legal guidance, financial coaching, and more

Responsibilities

• Web Application Design, Development & Integration (45%): Design, develop, test, debug, and document web applications to meet departmental and institutional needs. Contribute to the development of APIs and endpoints supporting third-party integrations and data exchange across systems. Follow development standards and architectural guidance established by the Lead Software Engineer to ensure high-quality, maintainable solutions.
• Web Application Maintenance & Support (25%): Support and maintain existing and legacy web applications, including third-party systems. Troubleshoot issues, apply updates and patches, and assist with monitoring application performance and security. Participate in implementation of security best practices for web applications and related infrastructure.
• Database Development & Management (15%): Develop and maintain relational databases supporting web applications, including writing queries, stored procedures, and supporting schema changes. Help ensure data integrity, performance, and alignment with application requirements.
• Collaboration & Consulting (10%): Partner with campus departments to gather requirements and provide support for web development efforts, including content, usability, and technology considerations. Stay current on emerging web tools, technologies, and trends, and share findings with the development team.
• Other duties as assigned (5%): Performs other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the organization's reputation as a viable business partner.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in computer science or information systems, or an equivalent combination of education and web development experience.
• Experience in full stack web development, including server-side and client-side technologies such as JavaScript, HTML5, CSS, REST services, and versioning software.
• Familiarity with C#, ASP.NET, Microsoft Windows Server operating systems, and MS Internet Information Server (IIS) preferred.
• Experience with SQL and relational database development.
• A thorough working knowledge of PC hardware and software components and networking protocols and topologies.
• Demonstrated ability to actively listen, understand needs, and provide accurate information and solutions in a timely, courteous, and professional manner, in person, over the phone, and in writing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to clearly and accurately prepare memos, procedures, reports, and presentations, and to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, set clear expectations, and contribute to a supportive, respectful, and solution-focused environment.
• Capacity to work with minimal supervision, manage multiple priorities and deadlines, and demonstrate creativity, sound judgment, and self-motivation.
• Willingness to adjust to operational needs, including responding to after-hours or emergency service requests, which may require occasional evenings and weekends.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development through training, seminars, and self-study to maintain and expand technical skills.
• Maintain a high level of competence, exercise discretion, and uphold confidentiality in all aspects of the role.