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Web Operations Specialist

University of Georgia

retirement plan

United States, Georgia, Athens

Dec 20, 2025

Posting Details

Posting Number	S14506P
Working Title	Web Operations Specialist
Department	DAR-Information Technology
About the University of Georgia	Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department	The Application Support Group within the Office of Advancement IT specializes in application development and support for the Division of Development and Alumni Relations. The unit's objective is to create, customize, modify, and support applications and reports that enhance the division's ability to achieve its fundraising goals as well as to improve other processes that affect the organization.
College/Unit/Department website	http://dar.uga.edu/
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS or ORP
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	8:00am-5:00pm; Willing and able to work evenings and weekends, as necessary.
Advertised Salary	$57,200+ commensurate with qualifications and experience
Posting Date	12/18/2025
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	02/01/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants	This position is open until filled with priority given to applications submitted by January 2, 2026. This position is structured as a permanent position within the Division of Development & Alumni Relations. We are unable to sponsor a work visa for this position.
Location of Vacancy	Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement	The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement	The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Information

Classification Title	Application Analyst I
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications	At least one year of experience in creation and maintenance of websites and/or web applications Experience working with a Content Management System, such as WordPress, and donation plugins like GiveWP and a hosting provider like Pantheon Exposure to MVC framework, such as Laravel
Position Summary	Reporting to the Associate Director of Application Development, this position is responsible for developing, implementing, testing, documenting, and supporting a variety of new and existing Development & Alumni Relations ( DAR) web solutions supported by the Advancement IT department. Examples of solutions created or managed could include, but are not limited to, online donation pages, event registration pages, custom web applications, click to configure solutions, and content management system support. Tasks could include planning, implementation, testing, documentation, and help-desk support. This position must work closely with other DAR staff, as well as staff from across campus.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	HTML, JavaScript, CSS, XML Experience working with a Content Management System, such as WordPress Experience with web programming languages such as PHP Experience working with a database such as MySQL or MS SQL Experience with GitLab or similar version control system Ability to interact verbally and in writing with both technical and non-technical audiences Additional Division Expectations: Through open, honest, and respectful communication, all staff, supervisors, and colleagues of the Division of Development & Alumni Relations are expected to interact with fairness, compassion, and decency. All employees will be held accountable for meeting the expectation of promoting a stable, productive, and healthy work environment. Adherence to CASE standards and commonly accepted industry standards relating to fundraising reporting are expected of all fundraisers. All fundraisers will be held accountable for meeting this expectation.
Physical Demands	Work in a standard office environment Sit and work at a computer workstation for an extended amount of time Work using electronic mail, telephone, face-to-face discussions, paper form correspondence Communicate effectively in writing, speaking, and listening Organize and establish priorities; Remember detail; multi-task Lift and/or move up to 20 pounds Walk, stand, stoop, lift, kneel, climb Travel in and out of state Infrequently work nights and weekends if needed
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	No
Is this a Position of Trust?	Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?	No
Does this position require a P-Card?	No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?	No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?	No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)	Yes
Credit and P-Card policy	Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy	Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Create and/or modify websites utilizing technologies, such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript/jQuery, Content Management Systems, PHP, MySQL, and other similar technologies in a manner that adheres to UGA and Development & Alumni Relations (DAR) policies.
Collaborate with site administrators and user groups to develop, test, and deploy CMS configurations to meet functional and security requirements.
Lead efforts to ensure CMS plugins on DAR sites remain updated, identify any that are no longer being supported and need to be replaced or removed, and offering input into what opportunities are for replacements. Perform these updates using hosting provider tools, as necessary.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities	Promote UGA's fundraising efforts through fluent use of, and work within, the division's fundraising system (currently Blackbaud CRM and BBIS). Examples of this type of work include the creation/maintenance of online donation forms and event registration pages, or delegation of such tasks.
Percentage of time	40

Duties/Responsibilities	Interact with clients and/or stakeholders to troubleshoot problems with existing applications supported by the unit and assist in training clients and/or stakeholders in use of developed products.
Percentage of time	10

Duties/Responsibilities	Research and explore advances in related technology and best practices related to the position.
Percentage of time	10