Temporary PHP Web Application Developer (UTemps)

The PHP Web Application Developer provides part-time technical support to maintain a suite of custom-built PHP/MySQL web portals used to manage NISOD's annual and virtual conference operations, award and grant submissions, and member-facing workflows. The role focuses on updating existing application functionality where needed, keeping other functionality stable, diagnosing and resolving bugs, and ensuring the applications remain available and secure during an organizational transition., * Update PHP web applications for the 2027 annual conference, including portals for conference liaisons, presenters, reviewers, administrators, and submitters. Maintain MySQL database integrity; investigate and repair data issues as reported by staff.

• Apply security patches and PHP/dependency updates in a way that preserves existing functionality. Document code behavior, known issues, and fixes as work is completed, producing notes suitable for a future developer or vendor to reference.
• Communicate clearly with non-technical staff to understand reported issues and confirm resolutions., The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length., Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

Demonstrated experience writing, reading, and debugging PHP code. Working knowledge of MySQL sufficient to query, troubleshoot, and modify data. Experience maintaining or supporting existing web applications (new development experience alone is not sufficient). Ability to work independently and document work clearly for non-technical audiences., Experience with form-based PHP applications or portal/workflow systems. Familiarity with legacy PHP codebases (pre-framework or lightly structured). Experience in a nonprofit, higher education, or membership association environment. Comfort working with minimal documentation of inherited code., A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position., * E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]

• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

• Business casual attire
• Standard office environment
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.