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IT Applications Support Professional-Entomology (Bugwood), Tifton

University of Georgia

retirement plan

United States, Georgia, Athens

Oct 21, 2025

Posting 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.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS or ORP
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
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
Special Instructions to Applicants
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).
USG Core Values Statement	The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Information

Classification Title	Web Developer II
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	.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, Computergraphic development, web design, Information Technology, or related field withsufficient experience to show competence and innovation in applicationdevelopment. 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 (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)	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

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities

Project Planning/Research and Development
While older applications may have been written using technologies appropriate to the time, new languages and improved application development frameworks can be used when updating applications or taking on new projects.

Responsible for researching new ways to accomplish the aims of an application and balance implementation of new technology with time, cost, and compatibility with the other applications the Center maintains or other applications that the project must interact with.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities	Debugging, Quality Control, and Quality Assurance Any application must have error handling with notifications sent to the developers. 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.
Percentage of time	15

Duties/Responsibilities	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.
Percentage of time	10