What are the responsibilities and job description for the Web Migration Specialist position at Seneca Resources?
Title: Web Migration Specialist
Location: Atlanta, GA
Job Type: long term contract (12 months to start)
Work Mode: hybrid
Interview Mode: virtual
Pay Rate: $40/hr
Overview: Supports GA TECH's OIT's Web Modernization by migrating websites from legacy Plesk to Sites@GT, working with GT web customers, OIT Web Hosting, and CampusPress to deliver smooth, accessible transitions aligned with standards.
Job Description: The Web Migration Specialist supports GA TECH's Office of Information Technology's (OIT) Web Modernization initiative by facilitating the migration of websites from the legacy Plesk hosting platform to Georgia Tech’s centralized web hosting service, Sites@GT. This role works closely with Georgia Tech web customers, the OIT Web Hosting team, and the CampusPress vendor to ensure smooth, efficient, and accessible website transitions that align with institutional standards and best practices. Local candidates only as the selected candidate will be required to come to the office 2-3 days a week. Schedule TBD.
Required Skills: (3-5 years experience): - Strong ability to work directly with customers to: - Working knowledge of WCAG guidelines and accessible web design standards, with the ability to identify and address accessibility issues during migrations - Understanding of basic DNS concepts and domain configuration, including setting up and validating site URLs (e.g., custom domains, subdomains) and coordinating DNS updates required for migrating sites to Sites@GT.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm, we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making an impact.
When you work with Seneca, you’re choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to meaningful work with leading organizations nationwide. We take the time to understand your goals and match you with roles that align with your skills and career path. Our consultants and contractors enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and the support of a dedicated team who will advocate for you every step of the way.
Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
Location: Atlanta, GA
Job Type: long term contract (12 months to start)
Work Mode: hybrid
Interview Mode: virtual
Pay Rate: $40/hr
Overview: Supports GA TECH's OIT's Web Modernization by migrating websites from legacy Plesk to Sites@GT, working with GT web customers, OIT Web Hosting, and CampusPress to deliver smooth, accessible transitions aligned with standards.
Job Description: The Web Migration Specialist supports GA TECH's Office of Information Technology's (OIT) Web Modernization initiative by facilitating the migration of websites from the legacy Plesk hosting platform to Georgia Tech’s centralized web hosting service, Sites@GT. This role works closely with Georgia Tech web customers, the OIT Web Hosting team, and the CampusPress vendor to ensure smooth, efficient, and accessible website transitions that align with institutional standards and best practices. Local candidates only as the selected candidate will be required to come to the office 2-3 days a week. Schedule TBD.
Required Skills: (3-5 years experience): - Strong ability to work directly with customers to: - Working knowledge of WCAG guidelines and accessible web design standards, with the ability to identify and address accessibility issues during migrations - Understanding of basic DNS concepts and domain configuration, including setting up and validating site URLs (e.g., custom domains, subdomains) and coordinating DNS updates required for migrating sites to Sites@GT.
- WordPress CMS Expertise
- Experience building, managing, and migrating WordPress-based websites, including migration best practices such as:
- SEO preservation (e.g., redirects)
- Content integrity and validation
- Accessibility considerations during migration
- Functional Requirements & Solution Mapping
- Ability to assess site functionality requirements (e.g., forms, workflows, search, events, integrations) and recommend appropriate solutions using comparable plugins or native features available within the Sites@GT platform, including identifying alternatives when custom or unsupported plugins are in use.
- Customer Engagement & Communication
- Clearly explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences
- Recommend appropriate solutions using the Sites@GT platform
- Gather and clarify requirements
- Web Accessibility Best Practices
- DNS & Domain Configuration Fundamentals
- Prioritization & Planning
- Site visibility and audience reach
- Technical complexity
- Institutional impact (high-profile vs. low-profile sites)
- Git / Version Control
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Intake & Tracking
- Design, maintain, and manage an intake process (e.g., online form and tracking mechanism) to capture and monitor customer requests for migrating sites from Plesk to Sites@GT
- Customer Engagement & Migration Planning
- Plan and execute site transitions in alignment with project timelines and standards
- Prioritize migration requests
- Assess readiness for migration
- Vendor & Team Collaboration
- Serve as a liaison between the CampusPress vendor, OIT Web Hosting team, and end users to coordinate migration activities, troubleshoot issues, and ensure successful outcomes
- Documentation & Reporting: Document migration processes, customer communications, and site status to ensure transparency, continuity, and knowledge sharing across the team
At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm, we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making an impact.
When you work with Seneca, you’re choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to meaningful work with leading organizations nationwide. We take the time to understand your goals and match you with roles that align with your skills and career path. Our consultants and contractors enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and the support of a dedicated team who will advocate for you every step of the way.
Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
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