[Hiring] Web Content Specialist @Science Systems & Applications

Role Description

Science Systems and Applications, Inc. (SSAI) is seeking a full-time Web Content Specialist (WordPress) to transition, manage and develop WordPress-based web content with a focus on Earth science and remote sensing topics. This role requires a unique blend of technical WordPress expertise, content management skills, and the ability to translate complex scientific information for diverse audiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical WordPress Management:
  • Develop, maintain, and optimize WordPress websites and pages.
  • Customize themes and plugins to meet project requirements.
  • Ensure website performance, security, and accessibility standards.
  • Troubleshoot technical issues and implement solutions.
  • Manage website updates, backups, and migrations.
• Content Development & Editing:
  • Consolidate already existing websites through migrating the contents.
  • Collaborate with program managers, scientists and subject matter experts to gather and refine content.
  • Edit and format technical content for clarity, accuracy, and web readability.
  • Ensure content adheres to style guides and organizational standards.
  • Optimize content for SEO and user engagement.
  • Manage content calendars and publication workflows.
• Stakeholder Collaboration:
  • Work closely with content providers to understand project goals and requirements.
  • Translate scientific concepts into accessible web content.
  • Coordinate with team members to ensure timely content delivery.
  • Provide guidance to content contributors on web best practices.

Qualifications

• BS in Earth Science, Geography, Environmental Science or comparable work experience.
• 2+ years of proven experience with WordPress development and administration.
• Strong understanding of HTML, CSS, and basic web technologies.
• Understanding of accessibility standards (Section 508/WCAG).
• Image editing and optimization SEO best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with content editing and publication workflows.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot custom code, module conflicts, and cross-platform compatibility issues.
• Experience with responsive web design, accessibility, and performance optimization.
• U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency is required.

Requirements

• Advanced programming experience including Drupal CMS: Modules, hooks, custom PHP development, theme system.
• PHP, MySQL, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript/jQuery, and familiarity with modern JS frameworks (React, Vue) for custom functionality.
• Geospatial database migration and data integrity validation for files that include vector (SHP, GeoJson), raster files (JPG, PNG, etc.) and associated SQL databases.
• Knowledge of remote sensing, satellite imagery, or geospatial technologies.
• Experience working with scientific or technical content.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools and techniques.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands to touch, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee frequently is required to talk and hear and occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.