Web Developer

Zimmerman Associates, Inc

is seeking a

Web Developer (Drupal)

to support the National Institute of Corrections digital presence by maintaining, enhancing, and developing a secure, accessible, and user-centered Drupal-based web platform. The role blends hands‑on Drupal development with day‑to‑day content management, ensuring that NIC’s website remains current, functional, and aligned with federal web standards.

The position is responsible for maintaining a high‑quality, accessible, and user‑focused web experience while driving awareness and usage of training and information resources, and is part of a team with two additional web developers and a web content manager who report to the Lead Web Developer and Project Program Manager.

The position is remote but candidates

MUST be located in the Denver Metropolitan area ONLY.

Key Responsibilities
Drupal Development and Maintenance

Design, develop, and maintain Drupal-based websites

Build and customize modules, themes, and components

Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, bugs, and performance concerns

Implement updates, patches, and security best practices

Ensure compliance with federal standards

Content Management & Publishing

Manage day‑to‑day content updates; including pages, documents, and multimedia

Collaborate with content owners to ensure accuracy, usability, and consistency

Configure and maintain content types, taxonomies, and workflows

Optimize content for usability, accessibility, and search

Collaboration and Support

Work closely with staff to support digital initiatives

Provide technical guidance and training to staff on Drupal content entry and workflows

Coordinate with staff to ensure system integrity and compliance

Quality Assurance and Performance

Perform testing

Monitor site performance and recommended improvements

Maintain documentation for systems, processes, and updates

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a job‑related discipline and/or relevant experience may substitute for the degree requirement on a year‑for‑year basis

Five years of technical experience working with web applications that include Drupal, web design, content management systems, and LAMP architecture

Desired Skills

Experience with web development using content management systems; Drupal 9+ preferred in LAMP‑stack environments (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP)

Proficiency in front‑end development web programming languages such as HTML5, CSS, jQuery, JavaScript, TWIG

Experience with responsive design

Experience with accessible design (Section 508 and 255)

Proficiency in graphic design software including Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Canva, and other visual design tools

Gather and evaluate user requirements in collaboration with product managers and engineers

Good understanding of content management systems (Drupal)

Good understanding of search engine optimization (SEO) principles

Proficient understanding of cross‑browser compatibility issues

Up‑to‑date experience with international web protocols, standards, and technologies

Establish and maintain brand guidelines

Edit and maintain website content

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Skills

Experience designing in federal environments and for federal projects

Experience with the field of corrections and corrections agencies

Excellent visual design skills

Creative and open to new ideas

Adaptable and willing to learn new techniques

Excellent communication skills

Designing visual imagery for websites and ensuring that they are in line with branding for clients

Equal Opportunity Employer
ZAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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