Webmaster Job Description

written by vickyp | March 1, 2021

WEBMASTER RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

  • Testing websites across browsers, operating systems and devices
  • Monitoring online traffic and conversions
  • Ensuring functionality and efficiency of sites and web servers

JOB BRIEF

We are looking for a Webmaster to maintain websites and servers to meet user needs. You will be responsible for making sites easy to use, attractive and secure.

In this role, you should be detailed-oriented and an excellent communicator. Balancing a creative eye with an analytical mind is essential. If you also have a strong technical background, we’d like to meet you.

Ultimately, you will ensure the functionality and efficiency of web infrastructure.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Build functional and easy-to-use websites
  • Test websites across browsers, operating systems and devices
  • Maintain, configure and troubleshoot servers
  • Ensure site security by setting up firewalls and login pages
  • Optimize loading speeds and capacity
  • Debug pages and fix broken links or images
  • Update website content and review SEO
  • Monitor and analyze site performance (e.g traffic, conversions)
  • Address user complaints

REQUIREMENTS

  • Proven experience as a Webmaster or Web Developer
  • Knowledge of web analytics and SEO
  • Familiarity with web standards
  • Working knowledge of website management tools
  • Proficient in HTML/CSS, XML; knowledge of SQL and Javascript is preferred
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical abilities
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to generate creative ideas
  • Attention to detail and outstanding organizational skills
  • BSc/BA in Computer Science, Design or a related field is preferred

 

SOURCE: https://resources.workable.com/webmaster-job-description