Web Coordinator

Job title:

Web Coordinator

Company

Legal Aid Ontario

Job description

Union: OPSEU – POJob Number: J0325-0527Job Title: Web CoordinatorJob Type: ContractCity, Province, Country: Toronto, Ontario, CanadaJob Location: TorontoJob Category: Information TechnologyJob Classification: FP5Role Designation: Flexible Hybrid – In person days can be flexible from week to week subject to manager approval and operational requirements.Open Positions: 1Posting Date: March 19, 2025Closing Date: March 25, 2025Salary: $67,251.66 – $77,963.11/YearLegal Aid Ontario employees are committed to making a difference in the lives of our clients.As an integral partner in the Justice system, working at Legal Aid Ontario is more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to help people who need it the most; to ensure each client receives the access to justice afforded to them under the law.If you are looking for a new challenge in your already meaningful career with a team dedicated to justice, and innovation in a flexible and supportive work environment consider this opportunity below.Building a diverse workforce that represents the communities we serve while promoting a safe culture and work environment that dismantles systemic barriers, welcomes fresh perspectives and embraces differences as a priority is a core value at LAO. LAO encourages applicants from equity-seeking groups, including but not limited to individuals who are First Nations, Inuit or Métis, Black and racialized, as well as persons with disabilities, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.We recognize the value of equity, diversity and inclusion and are committed to addressing systemic barriers, and prioritizing, attracting and retaining diverse staff. All interested and eligible people will be considered, with due consideration to all protected grounds under the Ontario Human Rights Code.Legal Aid Ontario values integrity, respect, responsiveness, excellence, independence, accountability, openness and consistency. Our recruitment process reflects our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process as well as during employment at LAO. Please direct any accommodation requests to our recruitment team.Primary functionWork collaboratively with CRO web developer to maintain the CRO website, which uses PHP, CentOS, Maria DB, SQL, LibreOffice, Apache Web Server, Mailman, Apache Tomcat, JAVA and vi editor commands in Linux. To manage internal databases; and, to provide website support to staff of the CRO, community legal clinics, and Student Legal Service Organizations (SLSOs).Primary Location: Toronto – Provinical Office
Secondary Location: N/AReports to: Manager of Administrative and Web Services, Clinic Resource OfficeKey accountabilities

• Ensure the CRO website, including web applications using PHP, Java, HTML and other relevant programming languages, meets performance, security, and reliability standards
• Collaborate with CRO web developer to configure, optimize, and manage servers running CentOS and deploy application on servers
• Work with web developer to troubleshoot and fix the bugs, enhancing current features and adding new features using PHP, SQL, Maria DB, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript and jQuery technologies
• Work with web developer to improve search engine (Solr) functionality
• Utilize vi editor commands in Linux for efficient text editing and server management
• Participate with CRO Director and Manager of Web and Administrative Services in Website Advisory Committee – a forum for problem-solving and innovation regarding the CRO web site
• Troubleshoot issues across the website backend
• Work with web developer to configure and manage Apache Web Server for optimal performance
• Set up and maintain mailing lists using Mailman
• Ensure the website is SSL encrypted and adheres to security best practices
• Administer the CRO e-mail “listservs” and their archives
• Work on other tasks as and when assigned by Manager of Web and Administrative Services

Required skills & experience

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years proven experience in software management, with a focus on web technologies
• Proven experience in software management, with a focus on web technologies
• Advanced knowledge of Operating System: CentOS
• Experience with database management and optimization, particularly with Maria DB and SQL Server
• Familiarity with search engine technology, especially Solr
• Proficiency in using vi editor commands in Linux
• Knowledge of document conversion tools, specifically LibreOffice
• Knowledge of Web Server tools such as: Apache Web Server; Mailing Lists: Mailman; Application Server: Apache Tomcat; HTML
• Knowledge of Programming Languages: Java, PHP
• Advanced knowledge of, and experience with, Microsoft 365 applications (in particular: SharePoint and MS Office tools (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams))
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel – advanced formulas, and visual basic macros.
• Ability to record and compile information in an Excel spreadsheet, and process large volumes of data using spreadsheet features and tools to analyse and produce key data points
• Demonstrated ability to pay close attention to detail in documentation
• Proven ability to accurately enter and retrieve information in structured databases
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both as part of a team and with minimal supervision

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience with front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and popular frameworks (e.g.Vue.js).
• Experience with version control systems such as Git.
• Familiarity with the mandate and services provided by community legal aid clinics and SLSOs in Ontario
• Experience in a law office or other setting involving legal services
• Familiarity with the Ontario administrative tribunal system

To apply submit a covering letter & résumé.Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified by email.This position is collectively represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU-PO) and the successful incumbent will be governed by the provisions of a collective agreement and subject to union dues.Please note that all applicants are encouraged to provide a valid email address for communication purposes. Applicants may receive written correspondence regarding this job posting directly to the email address provided on their resume or to the one used to set up their Candidate Profile if applying on Njoyn. As an applicant, it is your responsibility to ensure that you check your email regularly.First time applying to LAO? You will need to create a profile AND then apply for the position.
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Expected salary

$67251.66 – 77963.11 per year

Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 01:57:30 GMT

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