Job: Web and Database Specialist: The Field Museum, Chicago

The Web and Database Specialist is responsible for the creation and maintenance of web-based project websites and databases for the Museum's Division of Environment, Culture and Conservation (ECCo). As the museum transitions to a standardized Drupal platform, the Web and Database Specialist will create new sites as well as port and rebuild legacy sites in Drupal. In addition, the Web and Database Specialist will maintain and support selected legacy sites. This individual will also support all ECCo staff with their desktop computing needs, and assist with upcoming hardware and software purchases. This team member will collaborate with The Museum's web team and IT staff to  develop and implement best practices for web and database structure.

Duties:

Responsibilities include:

• Web Programming 
  - Programming support for new and legacy website applications 
  - Update website content 
  - Update, maintain and administer databases with online content 
  - Website maintenance 
• Expand personal knowledge base and learn new technologies 
  - Aptitude and motivation to develop and continually update personal knowledge of emerging software applications, programming   languages, and hardware   
• General IT support for ECCo staff 
   -Fix desktop software and hardware issues 
   -Set up new computers, printers and other hardware 
   -Support e-mail client software, Windows 7, XP, MS Office, Mac OS-X, etc. 
• Staff Meetings and Training Sessions 
  -Provide training for end users on content management system (CMS)  
  -Participate in staff meetings, provide updates and address issues 
• Hardware and software procurement 
    -Research and recommend hardware and software for management and staff 

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent education/experience in Computer Science 
• 3 years minimum work experience in Information Technology or advanced Computer Science degree
• Drupal configuration and administration - Content Construction Kit (CCK), views, theming 
• PHP and ASP (additional programming languages a plus) 
• Adobe Photoshop 
• Extensive knowledge of PC and Mac computers (troubleshooting software and hardware issues) 
• Needs assessment and data modeling experience (building and expanding database systems) 
• Database administration and maintenance experience (esp. MySQL, MS Access, and PostgreSQL)
• Experience hosting and incorporating geospatial data into web applications is preferred 
• Spanish reading, writing, speaking is a plus
• Interest and experience in environmental conservation, land use practices or Museum Sciences is preferred
• Ability to work independently and within a dynamic, team-oriented environment

The Field Museum accepts applications on-line.  To apply for this position, please complete the on-line application.  

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