CIRES/ NOAA Weather Prediction Center, Web DeveloperRequisition Number: 55003Location: College Park MarylandEmployment Type: Research FacultySchedule: Full TimePosting Close Date: 22-Mar-2024Date Posted:Job SummaryThe Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES) at the University of Colorado Boulder is seeking a Web Application Designer/Developer to create, enhance, and test various meteorological data driven Precipitation Product websites. This position will be working with the WPC in College Park, MD, within the NOAA Center for Weather and Climate Prediction (NCWCP). The NCWCP is a highly collaborative environment containing several NOAA organizations, including the Environmental Modeling Center (EMC), NWS/NCEP Central Operations, and Climate Prediction Center (CPC). The incumbent will interact with NCEP Staff and other CIRES employees working at WPC to develop and improve various NWS operational websites. The incumbent will engage in exploratory website development, content management systems design and implementation, and web tool testing and evaluation projects for various WPC websites.The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.Who We AreCIRES (https://cires.colorado.edu/) is an internationally recognized leader in innovative environmental science and research and is located at the University of Colorado Boulder. At CIRES, more than 950 environmental science professionals work to understand the dynamic Earth system, including peoples relationship with the planet. CIRES has partnered with NOAA since 1967, and our areas of expertise include weather and climate, changes at Earths poles, air quality and atmospheric chemistry, water resources, solid Earth sciences, and more. Our vision is to be instrumental in ensuring a sustainable future environment by advancing scientific and societal understanding of the Earth system.The Weather Prediction Center (http://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/) (WPC) is America's Go-To Center for high-impact precipitation events and forecast guidance out to 7 days for a Weather-Ready Nation.What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Develop public-facing dynamic websites containing novel graphics that will be utilized by professionals and the public
Collaborate with social scientists and WPC meteorological developers in the creation and testing of public-facing websites
Enhance preexisting operational websites utilizing new tools and technologies
Create and maintain proper documentation on websites and projects
Draft final reports as needed for website and/or content management system requirements, usability assessments, and/or experimental testing derived recommendations
Perform related duties as assigned
What You Should Know
Please note that those applicants requiring visa sponsorship or working in the U.S through a visa or working permit will not be considered for this position.
The targeted start date for this position is May 1, 2024.
Normal working hours will be observed except for occasional irregular hours during data collection, warning/forecast experiments, or workshops conducted at remote sites. Incumbent will receive training and gain expertise in Facilitating forecast experiments and evaluations.
The new hire will be employed by CIRES with technical oversight provided by WPC management. The incumbent will work under general supervision but is expected to work independently and determine action to be taken in handling all but unusual situations. The incumbent is expected to serve as a leader of scientific or technical experiments, groups, or teams; therefore, strong teamwork and leadership skills are necessary.
This role is based at the WPC in College Park, MD, but fully remote work will be considered.
Selected finalists will be required to pass a federal background check for site access.
CIRES and NOAA are committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.
What We Can Offer
This role is based at the WPC in College Park, MD, but fully remote work will be considered.
CIRES can offer a generous compensation package. Salary is commensurate with education and experience and determined based on our CIRES internal career track classification.
The annual hiring salary range for this position is $80,000-$110,000.
CIRES and the University of Colorado Boulder offer a robust training curriculum, opportunities for professional development and a Mentorship Program.
BenefitsThe University of Colorado offers excellent benefits (https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/benefits) , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder (https://www.colorado.edu/about) .Be StatementsBe curious. Be inclusive. Be Boulder.What We Require
A Bachelors degree with at least 6+ years of experience in computer science, engineering, or other IT related activities.
6 years or greater of relevant work experience:
Experience with standard DevOps, including version control (e.g., Git or Subversion), automated testing, and expert code review
Experience with CMS systems such as Drupal, WordPress or Joomla!, Content Management System templating (e.g. Twig)
Experience with standard Web technologies (e.g., JS, PHP, HTML, CSS, etc.)
Experience managing large data driven websites with a CMS
Experience building intuitive and explainable web interfaces for the public(s)
Experience with Python and Python libraries (e.g., Zarr, NumPy, SciPy, Flask, PyScript)
Scripting/programming experience (e.g., Bash, Python, Perl, C)
Experience with Digital Asset Management (DAM) systems
Experience in implementing software to accommodate customer needs
Experience in developing code that meets current security standards
Experience or willingness to work across disciplines like social and physical scientists on building user experiences, etc.
Special InstructionsTo apply, please submit the following materials:
Resume or CV
Cover letter addressed to the Search Committee briefly describing your qualifications, professional goals, and specific interest in this position.
Although not needed at the time of application, please be ready to provide contact information for 5 professional references (including 2 professors or supervisors). If you are identified as a finalist for this role, you will be asked to invite your references to complete a SkillSurvey questionnaire on your behalf. SkillSurvey is an online reference check solution. This information will be kept confidential and viewable only by the search committee.
If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources department using an approved online vendor. If your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit a translated version as an optional attachment.Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Positions will close March 22, 2024.Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs (http://jobs.colorado.edu/) .To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/CIRES-NOAA-Weather-Prediction-Center-Web-Developer/55003 (https://apptrkr.com/5073001)Copyright 2022 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency (https://www.jobelephant.com/)jeid-c5269800540c0149b68ea85751c4fbb3The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
