Software Developer (Web Content Developer & Trainer)

Location: US-VA-Tysons (McLean)
Job ID: 2019-0025
# of Positions Type: 1
Experience: 4
Category: Communications/Media/Public Relations - Web Content Developer & Trainer


External Description

Web Content Developer and Trainer

The Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), the largest airline pilot union in the world and the largest non-governmental aviation safety organization in the world (representing over 63,000 pilots at 35 U.S. and Canadian airlines) seeks an experienced Web Content Developer and Trainer for our Tysons (McLean), Virginia office. The Web Content Developer and Trainer creates engaging web experiences and translates a deep knowledge of web development into interactive trainings for content editors, managers, and developers. S/he works closely with other staff, members, and leaders to transition wireframes, concepts, and designs into functional and modern websites. Along with coding and styling websites, s/he will be a part of a team responsible for updating, changing, and posting content to ALPA websites. This multi-faceted position requires the ability to shift seamlessly between web development, content management, and training - and excel at each - while demonstrating creativity, good judgement, and understanding of the Association's digital goals.

The successful candidate will be able to comfortably translate their knowledge of web design and development into concise, engaging, and interactive training materials that will be delivered in-person and digitally. An understanding of UI/UX design, CSS, and HTML, as well as comfort and strength in public speaking and training are essential.

Interested applicants are requested to submit online portfolio link(s) showing previous work.

Local, national, and international travel: 10 - 20%.

Minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.


Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant area, e.g., Computer Science, IT, Web Applications, or related field, from an accredited college or university required; or, the equivalent combination of education and practical experience.
• Four (4) years of related experience required, five (5) or more years strongly preferred. Additional applicable experience may be substituted for the academic requirement.
• Proficient understanding of HTML, CSS, and managing content within a CMS.
• Use of Google Analytics and performance metrics to influence development decisions.
• Proven track record of public speaking, presenting, and training, with the ability to connect with diverse audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written, for effective interaction with all levels of contacts, internal and external.
• Must be a self-starter with professional maturity and sound judgment, capable of independent decision-making as well as team collaboration, easily able to transition between projects using exceptional time management skills.
• Experience in or awareness of priorities of labor unions, professional associations, or advocacy organizations a plus.
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment a plus.
• Software: Adobe CS, Jira or other project management tools, Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint required.

Physical Demands:

Note: The physical demands described herein are characteristic of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential physical activities of this position described below.

Constantly operates a computer/smartphone/tablet. Regularly required to maintain a stationary position, move about the office and the local metropolitan area, determine what others have said or written, and converse with others and exchange accurate information.

Relocation not provided.

Sponsorship not available for this position.

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