Web Content Developer - (Software Development Specialist 3)

Web Content Developer - (Software Development Specialist 3)

Organization: Behavioral Health

The Web Content Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining engaging, accessible, and compliant content across the agency's digital platforms. This role blends creative and technical expertise to ensure our websites and intranet effectively communicate our mission, services, and resources to staff, clients, and the community. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of content management systems, web standards, accessibility guidelines (Section 508/WCAG), and modern web technologies to deliver high quality digital experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop, maintain, and publish website content and web pages using CMS platforms, HTML, and CSS

Ensure all web content meet accessibility, usability, quality assurance, branding standards, and compliance standards, including WCAG and Section 508 requirements

Collaborate with communications, IT, and program teams to create and optimize web content that aligns with agency priorities

Design and implement page layouts, graphics, and multimedia elements that enhance user experience and engagement

Monitor website performance, analytics, and Search Engine Optimization (SEO) to improve visibility and responsiveness

Maintain version control and follow established workflows for publishing and approvals

Support the migration, testing, and launch of new sites, features, or redesigns

Stay current on emerging web technologies and accessibility best practices

This is an hourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of $35 on the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. This position is located within our Central Office at James A. Rhodes Tower 33.

Why Work for the State of Ohio:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year

Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave

Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications:

The following are the minimum qualifications for this position. For further consideration, applicants must clearly identify how qualifications are met within the education and/or experience sections of the application. The ideal candidate, at least, must have the following:

Alternative 1: Completion of undergraduate core program in computer science or information systems; And 36 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: assuring requirements are defined and approved, performing code reviews and ensuring application development standards are met including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology as specified by the agency position description & job posting.

Alternative 2: Completion of associate core program in computer science or information systems; And 42 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: assuring requirements are defined and approved, performing code reviews and ensuring application development standards are met including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology as specified by the agency position description & job posting.

Alternative 3: 60 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: assuring requirements are defined and approved, performing code reviews and ensuring application development standards are met including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology as specified by the agency position description & job posting.

Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.

Note: The official position description on file with the designated agency is to reflect the required, primary technology directly relating to the duties of the position. Only those applicants possessing the experience in the required, primary technology listed in the position description & job posting are to be considered for any vacancies posted. The job posting must list the required technology commensurate with the position in question. All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, and active disciplinary record.

Primary Job Skill: Web Development

Technical Skills: Information Technology, Web Design, Software Development/Implementation

Professional Skills: Creativity, Critical Thinking, Leading Others, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Required Educational Transcripts: Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.