Job Details

Posting Number: S14277P

Working Title: IT Applications Support Professional-Entomology (Bugwood), Tifton

Department: CAES-Entomology

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.

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

Additional Schedule Information: Work schedule will be decided by the supervisor

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date: 10/21/2025

Open until filled: No

Closing Date: 10/28/2025

Proposed Starting Date: 11/10/2025

Location of Vacancy: Tifton 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).

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Classification Title: Web Developer II

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: 0.80

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a field related to Application programming, Computer graphic development, web design, Information Technology, or related field with sufficient experience to show competence and innovation in application development. Ten or more years experience in developing web applications.

Position Summary: This position is part of the Center for Invasive Species and Ecosystem Health at the University of Georgia – Tifton Campus (Bugwood). The Center for Invasive Species and Ecosystem Health develops, maintains and hosts many digital tools and resources including web, smartphone, and database applications. This position is responsible for working with Center staff, federal and state agencies and other stakeholders to maintain and develop the Bugwood digital resources. They also serve a leading role in web application development. The job necessitates understanding of how to create web applications that provide users with efficient and effective means of interacting with data. They will also serve as a liaison to partners in the Northeastern United States working in Integrated Pest Management. This position has a limited term appointment term which is expected to end 2 years after the start date. The position may be extended beyond the initial term, contingent upon continued funding.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: Languages related to web application development such as JavaScript, CSS, HTML, ColdFusion, PHP, SQL; Content management systems such as WordPress and Mura; Testing, Environment aware configuration and development; Effective written and verbal communication and organizational skills; Developing and maintaining appropriate documentation for users; Working knowledge of or proven capability to quickly learn additional programming languages, systems, and other tools as needed; Familiarity with Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and active collaborations in the Northeastern US focusing on IPM

Physical Demands: Sitting most of the day at a computer

Is driving a responsibility of this position?: No

Is this a Position of Trust?: No

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?: No

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:

• Develop new web applications and maintain existing applications: Maintain web applications (develop, test, deploy); Design, develop, test, and deploy new web applications; Implement both front-end and back-end functionalities; Follow best practices; Document source code; Gather user requirements for requested application features, improvements, etc.; Resolve applications’ bugs, issues, defects, etc.; Applications’ performance optimization and improvement (60% of time).
• Project Planning/Research and Development: Responsible for researching new ways to accomplish the aims of an application and balance implementation of new technology with time, cost, and compatibility (15% of time).
• Debugging, Quality Control, and Quality Assurance: Ensure that the application is performing as intended and respond when issues arise. This may involve working with other members of the team in performing root cause analysis and finding workable solutions to improve the user experience (15% of time).
• Miscellaneous: Provide a physical presence to partners we work with in the Northeast region in the area of Integrated Pest Management; Other duties as assigned (10% of time).

Contact Details: For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. Recruitment Contact Name: Dr. Joseph LaForest; Recruitment Contact Email: laforest@uga.edu