WEB & DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM SPECIALIST (AT WILL)

Join our newly formed, creative, and collaborative Communications Division, where you'll play a key role in reimagining Kitsap County's digital presence. As this is a brand-new position, we're looking for someone eager to build, experiment, and jump right in. As the Web and Digital Technology Specialist, you will help ensure the County's website is accurate, accessible, and easy for both residents and staff to use. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining technical expertise with customer service and who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where precision and problem-solving truly matter.

What You'll Do

• Provide administrative and technical support for the County website, ensuring content is timely, accurate, and aligned with established guidelines.
• Develop, update, and maintain web pages using the County's Content Management System (CMS).
• Serve as a subject matter expert on the CMS, supporting non-technical staff and helping them successfully publish digital content.
• Use a wide range of technologies, including web editing software, multimedia tools, and enterprise applications.
• Collaborate closely with internal customers, Information Services, and the Digital Communications Supervisor to deliver high-quality digital experiences.
• Apply consistent branding, design standards, and usability practices across web platforms.
• Troubleshoot website functionality issues and help improve overall website performance.
• Support outreach and public engagement efforts by aligning web content with social media and educational messaging.

• Associate's Degree in a related field and two years of progressive experience in website design, development, and management, OR
• Four years of progressive experience in website design, development, and management.

Please note: Relevant work experience demonstrating required knowledge, skills, and abilities may substitute for educational requirements. Work experience is essential and cannot be replaced by additional education.

Other preferred experience:

• Experience acting as a liaison between internal customers and Information Services, with a strong commitment to customer service.
• Proficiency in web content management and front-end technologies, including HTML and WordPress.
• Experience with branding, visual consistency, and content management across digital platforms.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve website functionality and performance issues.
• Familiarity with social media tools used for outreach, education, and public communication.
• Experience using front-end development tools that support layout, design, and user experience.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and independent-judgment skills.