Web Developer

Description

Put your web development skills to work for an award-winning library. Skokie Public Library is looking for a web developer familiar with Python, Django, relational databases, and front-end web development. As a key member of the Virtual Community Engagement department, you’ll help build user-centered websites and services to support the library’s mission and respond to the community’s needs.

We’re looking for candidates who are familiar with the following:

• Modern web development with HTML, CSS, and Javascript
• Python/Django
• Responsive web design
• Version control with Git
• Postgres, SQL, and relational databases
• FreeBSD and Nginx server environment
• Working with third-party APIs and web services

Our ideal candidate will thrive working in a collaborative environment with other team members and be willing to juggle multiple projects and learn on the job. You’ll be a full participant in the design and development process from user research to deployment.

You need a bachelor’s degree, preferably in Computer Science or a related area. An understanding of and familiarity with libraries is a plus.

Salary range: $52,435 to $78,653

Submit cover letter and resume by 5:00pm on Friday, May 30, 2014 to:
    Beth Dostert, Manager of Human Resources
    Skokie Public Library
    5215 Oakton Street
    Skokie, Illinois 60077
    847.673.7797 fax
    Email Beth Dostert

No phone calls, please.