Systems Analyst – 24-month Term
- Elmsdale, NS, Canada
Annual salary: $74,004.00 - $85,104.00 · Contract
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Are you a skilled WordPress and web developer, with experience in multiple front-end and back-end technologies? Do you also know your way around Linux and networks? If so, and you are looking to join a collaborative community-focused environment, we want to hear from you!
We are recruiting for a Systems Analyst to join our team for a 24-month term.
Reporting to the Manager of Information Services, the Systems Analyst will provide project-based programming support in the design, development and implementation of web-based solutions, with a focus on WordPress, as well as other web development technologies, and some Linux and network management. A large focus of this role will be WordPress and web development supporting the Association of Municipal Administrators (AMANS) Municipal Website Venture project, while also providing opportunities to contribute to broader Information Services initiatives within the Municipality of East Hants.
What You Can Offer
- You have at least five years of demonstrated professional web development experience, including significant hands-on experience developing and supporting WordPress websites.
- An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Strong WordPress development experience, including building, configuring, maintaining and supporting WordPress websites.
- Strong front-end web development experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript and responsive design.
- Back-end development experience with technologies such as PHP, Java/Spring or NodeJS.
- Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL or Microsoft SQL Server.
- Experience with git or other version control systems.
- Experience working with Linux and open-source software.
- Experience with Docker or containerized application environments is considered an asset.
- Knowledge or experience with networking technologies such as firewalls, network switching, LAN/VLAN, WiFi and VPN is considered an asset.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational, time management and written communication skills.
- You are a great multi-tasker, with experience managing projects or initiatives to completion, meeting requirements and deadlines.
- You have a solid understanding of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging in a customer service-focused environment.
- Work-life balance focused environment, with a Flexible Work Policy.
- A culture of teamwork, trust, and service excellence.
- A collaborative, solutions-based work environment, with a high degree of autonomy.
- Working with a team that is passionate about serving the local community.
- A commitment to personal and team professional development.
- The excitement of being part of building the future in a fast-growing Municipality.
- Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program.
Deadline to apply: October 25, 2026
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If you require an accommodation to assist in the application process, please contact Human Resources at jobs@easthants.ca or 902-883-6216.
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Responsibilities
Provide project-based programming support to design, develop, and implement web-based solutions, primarily using WordPress and other web technologies. Support the AMANS Municipal Website Venture project and contribute to broader Information Services initiatives, including some Linux and network management.
Requirements
Requires at least five years of professional web development experience, including substantial hands-on WordPress development and support; an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience is acceptable. Candidates should have front- and back-end development experience, relational database and version control experience, and strong analytical, organizational, communication, and project management skills; Linux and open-source experience are also sought.
Skills
- WordPress Development
- HTML
- CSS
- JavaScript
- Responsive Design
- PHP
- Java/Spring
- Node.js
- Relational Databases
- Git
- Linux
- Open-Source Software
- Docker
- Networking
- Project Management
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
Benefits
- Flexible Work Policy
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Professional Development
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- Technology
- Software
- Government & Public Sector
Keywords
- WordPress
- Web Development
- HTML
- CSS
- JavaScript
- Responsive Design
- PHP
- Java
- Spring
- Node.js
- PostgreSQL
- MySQL
- Microsoft SQL Server
- Git
- Version Control
- Linux
- Open-Source Software
- Docker
- Containerized Applications
- Firewalls
- Network Switching
- LAN
- VLAN
- Wi-Fi
- VPN
- Municipal Administration
- Information Services
- Project Management
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging