Job description for MHADK Webmaster

The webmaster should be familiar with Adobe GoLive, Dreamweaver or a similar program that facilitates both site design and maintenance. Proficiency in Photoshop, Acrobat and similar programs is also a prerequisite. They should be capable of uploading and implementing CGI server-side software including applications in PHP, Java and Perl (the ability to write in those languages is not necessary). Finally, they should be familiar with routine website operations, including (should the eventualty arise) how to move a site to a new hosting company, etc., etc. At least some very basic understanding of Unix is a given.

Routines

• 1. Altering the index page as required to reflect current news, including changing the jump menu.
• 2. Creating PDF output of the Newsletter each quarter, and adding it to the existing archive,
• 3. Creating PDF output of the outings list each quarter, and adding it to the existing archive
• 4. Altering the Contacts page to reflect changes in officers, as that information is provided
• 5. Creating the SSS encoded job description links page (password.html) to reflect changes in job descriptions
• 6. The Forums should be monitored and maintained
• 7. The photography upload area should be monitored and maintained, and help given to hike leader wishing to upload images, including the creation of user names and passwords
• 8. Pages should be kept as current as possible, with mention of past events removed in a reasonably timely fashion
• 9. Webmaster should liaise with the board as required