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Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title
Web Developer (00082)
Role Title
Info Technology Specialist II
Role Code
39112-SW
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
05
Position Number
29000082
Agency
Brightpoint Community College
Division
Brightpoint Community College (Div)
Work Location
Chesterfield - 041
Hiring Range
$75,000 - $85,000
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
3-Technicians
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
Yes
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
No
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm; as needed
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Brightpoint Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education and is one of the largest of Virginia's 23 community colleges. The college is located within the Greater Richmond metropolitan area. It serves students and the community at its two campuses, in Chester and Midlothian; online; and in locations throughout its service area. Brightpoint Community College's mission is to provide quality educational opportunities that inspire student success and community vitality. It envisions a success story for every student.
Brightpoint offers a robust benefits package, including:

• State of Virginia employee benefits
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• Virginia Retirement System (VRS) participation
• Generous annual leave and paid holidays
• Remote work flexibility, depending on role and departmental needs
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuous learning programs
• Access to wellness resources and employee assistance programs

Brightpoint Community College invites applications for Web Developer.
Join a creative, collaborative team dedicated to shaping the digital experience in higher education! As Brightpoint's Web Developer, you will blend full-stack development, user experience (UX), and modern design to build meaningful digital connections.
As part of the Creative Services team, you'll work closely with colleagues, faculty, and staff from across the college to deliver high-quality, inclusive digital experiences for our diverse community-particularly through www.brightpoint.edu. You'll also partner with the Office of Information Technology (OIT) on development operations (DevOps) and custom applications-all in support of our shared mission to create a success story for every student. This position offers a unique, impactful opportunity to craft and maintain a wide range of user-friendly, beautiful, dynamic, and fully accessible websites and digital applications.
Location: Based at our Midlothian Campus with hybrid telework options available. This is NOT a remote position.
Core Responsibilities

• Web Development & Maintenance: Build, update, and maintain dynamic, interactive, and responsive websites and digital tools that bring our campus stories to life.
• Accessibility Compliance: Ensure all digital assets are welcoming and fully accessible to everyone across modern browsers and platforms, strictly adhering to Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 AA standards.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with our Content Strategist and Creative Services team to beautifully align web design with institutional branding and creative content strategy.
• IT & DevOps Integration: Collaborate with the programmer in OIT to support smooth development operations, system integrations, and custom applications that keep our campus running seamlessly.
• Campus Engagement: Work directly with faculty and staff across various departments, translating academic and administrative needs into effective, user-friendly web solutions.
• Data & Analytics: Use tools like Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, and SiteImprove to discover trends, champion continuous improvement, and identify new opportunities.
• API & Salesforce Integrations: Support, maintain, and enhance application programming interfaces (APIs), Salesforce integrations, and related data exchanges that connect college systems and improve business processes.
• College Dashboards & Reporting: Partner with college stakeholders to support dashboards, reporting tools, and data-informed digital solutions that help departments monitor operations, services, and student success initiatives.
• LLM-Enabled Applications & Integrations: Use large language models (LLMs) and other emerging AI tools to support custom college applications, automate routine workflows, and improve integrations across web, data, and enterprise platforms.
• Project Management: Proactively identify needs, work with relevant areas on a solution, and ensure projects are created on time and on budget.

Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
REQUIRED:

• Experience & Foundation: Proven work experience developing and maintaining professional, interactive websites and digital applications.
• Core Web Concepts: A strong understanding of web development, user experience (UX), design fundamentals, and content management systems (CMS).
• Technical Proficiency:
  • Strong coding skills in HTML, CSS (including frameworks like Bootstrap), and JavaScript.
  • Experience with MySQL and database management.
  • Familiarity with development tools: yarn/npm package managers, code editors (such as VS Code), and version control (Git/GitHub).
  • Experience working with SharePoint site design and integrating AI tools (like Claude) into development workflows.
  • Familiarity with APIs, Salesforce integrations, dashboard support, and the practical use of LLMs or AI-assisted tools in application development and workflow automation.
• Professional Skills: Outstanding communication, project management, time management, troubleshooting, and analytical skills. Must be highly organized, detail-oriented, customer-service driven, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.
• Growth Mindset: A proactive willingness to learn emerging technologies, research industry trends, and continuously develop new skills.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Background Check: Successful completion and passing of a criminal background check is required for employment.

Additional Considerations

• An associate or bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with ExpressionEngine CMS and PHP.
• Experience with SharePoint Framework (SPFx).
• Familiarity with build tools and runtimes like Gulp and Node.js.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and containerization (Docker).
• Proficiency in digital analytics and optimization tools, specifically Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, and accessibility platforms like Siteimprove.

Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
As required
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
CLS_4670P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
08/20/2026
Job Close Date
12/31/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Agency Website
https://www.brightpoint.edu
Contact Name
Email
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information
Position is open until filled. Application review will begin September 2, 2026
All full-time classified employees new to the Commonwealth of Virginia will serve a 12-month probationary period.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future. Brightpoint Community College does not sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/99778