Computer Programmer III
Location: U.S. Geological Survey Patuxent Wildlife Research Center
(PWRC), Laurel, MD
Introduction: PWRC provides scientific activities that include several
wildlife population monitoring programs. PWRC is directly responsible for
coordinating cooperative population surveys such as the North American
Breeding Bird Survey, and developing and maintaining data management tools
useful for surveys conducted by a variety of governmental and
non-governmental organizations, such as the Bird Point Count Database.
Responsibilities: Johnson Controls has a position open immediately for a
Computer Programmer III to perform contract work for the USGS at PWRC.
Duties include:
� Work with program biologists to design new and improve existing
web interfaces to meet the desired functionality for bird population
database applications. Document designs for implementation by programmers.
Knowledge of Section 508 compliance and accessibility guidelines as
applied to web applications. Use creativity and programming skills to
develop multiple design alternatives when needed to meet application
requirements.
� Knowledge of HTML, XHTML, CSS, and Javascript combined with
experience with design tools such as Macromedia Dreamweaver to develop
accessible designs and create web forms, graphics, scripts, and other
specialized web documents.
� Knowledge of ColdFusion or another scripting language (PHP, ASP,
PERL, or comparable language) to understand how client/server databases
interact with web interfaces. Experience with scenario development and
usability testing of prototype web interfaces. Candidates must possess a
strong interest in acquiring skills in some of these areas. A passing
interest in preserving wildlife would enhance enjoyment of the position.
� Work with programmers and biologists during usability testing and
beta-testing of developed interfaces. Communicate with the team to
identify and resolve potential problems.
Qualifications: A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in computer science
or related field is required, as well as demonstrated experience in web
interface design including one year of independent front-end development
or user interface design. Knowledge of ColdFusion or another scripting
language is needed to understand the linkages between user interfaces and
client/server databases.
Starting Salary: $27.62/hr plus $2.59/hr for Health and Welfare Benefits.
Full benefits package.
Contact: Johnson Controls is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals
with the above experience and qualifications are requested to submit a
resume and cover letter ASAP, but NTL 12/10/04 identifying the
position/location and for which you are applying and code PWRC1017, via
fax, or email including your name, postal and email addresses, and phone
number for consideration to:
Johnson Controls World Services Inc.
USGS Project Office, Attn: Sherri Scott
(321) 784-7264 (fax)
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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