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Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Focus on the Family has nearly 700 employees who work to achieve the mission of enriching the lives of families, engaging the culture, advocating for life and spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The work is meaningful, the culture is rewarding, and the purpose is eternal.

The WordPress Developer position exists to design, build, and maintain high-quality WordPress websites that deliver exceptional user experiences while seamlessly integrating with our business systems and CRM platform. This role bridges the gap between creative design and technical implementation, translating visual concepts and business requirements into functional, responsive websites using modern development practices. By maintaining site quality, troubleshooting technical challenges, and staying current with WordPress ecosystem developments, this position plays a critical role in supporting our digital presence with the public and service to constituents.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Designs, develops, and maintains responsive WordPress websites using custom themes, custom fields, page builders (Elementor, etc.), and best practices for performance and accessibility

Builds fully functioning WordPress pages and templates from wireframes or mockups, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and UX best practices

Writes clean, maintainable code in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to implement custom functionality, interactive features, and pages with stable, consistent rendering

Configures and tests WordPress core and plugin updates to meet project requirements, troubleshooting conflicts and compatibility issues

Builds, configures, and maintains webforms across multiple sites, integrating with CRM platforms such as Salesforce to ensure accurate data capture and seamless lead syncing

Implements conditional display logic and content personalization based on user data, browsing behavior, and authentication status

Configures and maintains user authentication systems, including member login portals, single sign-on (SSO), and role-based access controls

Processes requests for webpage redirects, QR code creation, improvements in team productivity tools and other technical web management tasks

Conducts thorough quality assurance through cross-browser cross-device testing, and periodic review of web pages, correcting issues or delegating to appropriate stakeholders

Manages code repositories using Git, including branching, merging, and maintaining version control best practices

Optimizes websites for speed, and monitors server performance and error logs, troubleshooting errors, implementing caching, and performing enhancements

Provides subject matter expertise and administration support for digital toolsets (WordPress, form tools, CRM platforms, etc.), researching and recommending tools and processes to enhance site reliability, functionality, and usefulness

Creates documentation, training curriculum, and training materials for webpage building and troubleshooting procedures to support team members and ministry stakeholders

Supports digital stakeholders with varying levels of technical competence, escalating complex issues to appropriate teams (Digital Solutions, third-party developers, etc.) as needed

Stays current with WordPress updates, emerging technologies, security best practices, and industry trends, providing recommendations to management on editorial policy, UX, site design, and toolset selection

Other Duties/Responsibilities:

Performs other duties as assigned

Managerial Breadth/Scope of Job:

None

Working Environment/Physical Requirements:

Office environment

JOB QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Character/Spiritual:

Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2, “Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us...”

Pursues the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20, “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”

Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to the Standard of Moral Conduct (http://media.focusonthefamily.com/fotf/pdf/about-us/human-resources/moral-policy.pdf) and Statement of Faith (http://www.focusonthefamily.com/about/foundational-values#values) ; upholds Focus on the Family's ministry in prayer

Prays personally for Focus on the Family’s staff and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayer

Engages in Christian ministry

Demonstrates behaviors aligned with FOF core values (http://www.focusonthefamily.com/about/foundational-values#values)

Personal Characteristics:

Lives with integrity derived from Biblical values and demonstrates standards of conduct that meet or exceed company and/or legal requirements

Results-oriented, self-motivated, and committed

Ability to communicate clearly, graciously, and effectively

Avid interest in the digital sphere, especially as it relates to the key components of content delivery

Knowledge/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in digital media, computer science, marketing, or related field

3-5 years of experience with digital content management, particularly WordPress

Expert knowledge of WordPress preferably using WordPress Elementor and add-ons

Knowledge of and experience in digital toolsets, including enterprise-level content management systems, community software, etc.

Knowledge of Best Practice Standards and Accessibility

Experience managing projects, timeframes, and planning, etc.

Above average knowledge and understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other Web concepts

Salesforce or other CRM knowledge preferred

General marketing experience helpful

Skills, Abilities, and Special Talents/Gifts:

Strong written communication skills e.g., writing/editing for digital engagement

Strong technical skills

Strong visual skills

Organized and detail-oriented

Ability to handle shifting priorities and multiple projects at once

Ability to meet tight deadlines

Pay Range: $72,800 to $85,280/yr

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV

*Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove any age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Application Materials Instructions : Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications.

Focus on the Family puts a high value on our team members and offers a unique benefit package.

Employees scheduled for 20 hours or more per week are eligible for:

+ Norton LifeLock ID Theft Coverage

+ Legal Shield/ID Shield Coverage

+ AFLAC

+ 403B Retirement Plan

+ Vacation Time & Vacation Payout

+ Sick Time

+ Holidays

+ Service Awards

+ Community Service Days

+ Bookstore Discount

+ Fitness Center

Employees scheduled for 30 hours or more per week are eligible for all the above and:

+ Medical Plan

+ Dental Plan

+ Vision Plan

+ Life Insurance

+ Disability Insurance

+ Flexible Spending Accounts

+ EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

+ Tuition Reimbursement

+ Warehouse Membership Reimbursement

Note: This is a summary and should not be construed as future promises to continue to provide benefits as outlined above. For complete and definitive language, refer to the governing plan documents.

*Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits, except for:

+ Sick Time

+ Bookstore Discount

+ Fitness Center

Tentative Search Timeline:

+ Priority will be given to applications submitted by October 31, 2025. However, this posting will remain open until filled.

+ The potential employee start date is November 10, 2025.

Posting date: October 17, 2025

Unposting date: ongoing until filled

Posting contact email: [email protected]

Helping Families Thrive in Christ! Focus on the Family is a 501c3 Christian Non-Profit Ministry.

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