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The Institute for Work & Health is an independent, not-for-profit research organization. Our mission is to conduct and mobilize research that supports policymakers, employers and workers in creating healthy, safe and inclusive work environments. The Institute provides practical and relevant findings and evidence-based products on the inter-relationships between work and health from worker, workplace and systems perspectives.

The Institute is currently seeking a qualified person to fill the new position of Web Developer (4DY Initiative). This role is currently a one-year contract.

This project is a multi-year initiative titled “Transforming Workplace Systems to Build Sustainable Capacity for Inclusion of Diverse Youth,” or “4DY” (For Diverse Youth) for short. It is funded by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) under the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy (YESS). Administered through the University of Toronto’s Centre for Industrial Relations & Human Resources (CIRHR), this project aims to build employer capacity for barrier-free, disability-inclusive workplaces, particularly in the construction and manufacturing sectors. It prioritizes support for youth with disabilities (specifically those with neurodivergence, intellectual disabilities, or mental health challenges) through systems-level innovations, cross-sector collaboration, and the development of scalable tools, platforms, and frameworks.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Executive Director and working with colleagues, the Web Programmer is responsible for developing and maintaining web applications and features, updating web content, and troubleshooting and resolving website issues. They are also responsible for the development and implementation of branding and accessibility standards, and will be involved in supporting the design and production of publications. This is a hybrid position, with an on-site requirement (in Toronto) of a minimum of three days per week.

Core duties & responsibilities

Website

• leading work on the design and programming of the website, including the development of new web functionalities, using a Drupal platform 
• keeping the website platform software updated, and helping to keep the web server software updated as needed
• working with scientists, operations, and communications colleagues to design, develop, and maintain customized web functionalities to support the aims of specific project goals
• ensuring web accessibility, usability, and conformance with website best practices
• ensuring optimal user experience for all web properties
• providing strategic communications advice with respect to the use of the website and other electronic media to further the project’s communications objectives
• developing and communicating website protocols to standardize procedures and practices among all web users (current and future)
• training and mentoring other staff to use and update the website, as needed
• setting up web analytics to enable the tracking of website use, and supporting the development and maintenance of a metrics dashboard
• supporting commissioned work from external parties (vendors, contractors, and freelancers) and helping to supervise their work as needed

Branding and accessibility standards

• leading implementation of the visual identity (e.g., logos placement, document templates, etc.) and accessibility standards (digital document and web accessibility)
• developing design extensions of the brand as needed (sub-brands, co-brands and additional iterations of the brand)
• developing procedures and guidelines for the application of the brand across product lines and web properties, ensuring uniform adherence
• developing procedures and guidelines for the application of the accessibility standards across product lines and web properties, ensuring compliance with AODA
• training and supporting staff in implementation of branding and accessibility standards

Other Duties

• supporting the production and printing processes of publications
• providing advice to the Executive Director, Operations Manager, and Communications Associate, and others, on the design and technical requirements of both web and print-based products, and designing these products as needed
• other tasks as assigned

Education & Experience

• university degree or college diploma in computer science, web development, or a related area, and 3-5 years of job-related experience
• working experience developing websites using the Drupal platform
• working experience with Pantheon WebOps platform
• fluency in MySQL, PHP, CSS, (x)html, and Javascript, and ability to add skills as required
• knowledge of accessibility standards (including AODA)
• working knowledge of the Adobe Suite (including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Reader), as well as Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• excellent project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• strong communication skills
• ability to communicate technical information and instructions into plain language
• ability to take direction from senior leadership
• ability to take initiative and to balance multiple priorities
• knowledge of, and commitment to, the aims of the initiative
• experience working in a research environment is a strong asset

Physical and work conditions

• conditions are normal for an office environment
• extensive use of computer on a regular basis
• some travel within the province may be required

Compensation package

Starting salary will depend on qualifications and experience and will be in the range of $77,500 - $93,000, plus group benefits, pension eligibility, and four weeks' annual vacation. Suitability for the position will be assessed at three months.

Application details

Applicants must be legally entitled to work on full-time basis for any employer in Canada. If you are interested in this position, please submit an application that must include a cover letter and resumé in a single MS Word or PDF file and forward to:

Derek Wills

Director, Human Resources & Corporate Services

400 University Avenue, Suite 1800

Toronto, Ontario M5G 1S5

Email: careers@iwh.on.ca

Applications will be accepted until July 9 at 5:00 p.m. (EST) or until the position is filled. IWH does not use AI to screen applications.

IWH is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values and promotes diversity. IWH encourages applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous people, women, LGBTQ2S+ persons, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact Derek Wills at dwills@iwh.on.ca or (416) 927-2027, ext. 2115 to discuss their needs.

We thank all applicants, but only those considered for the position will be contacted.

About IWH

IWH, guided by a Board of Directors and an international Scientific Advisory Committee, conducts research that examines primary prevention and interventions in the workplace; effective and efficient rehabilitation and safe, timely return to work for people with work-related injury and illness; labour market experiences and their health consequences; and disability compensation systems and their behavioural consequences. IWH supports an active knowledge transfer and exchange program, which implements interactive strategies to transfer research findings to key decision-makers. IWH also trains and mentors the next generation of work and health researchers.

IWH is committed to excellent working conditions, a cooperative team environment for its employees, and transparent, diverse and fair recruiting practices of staff and trainees.

IWH operates with the support of the Government of Ontario.