WordPress Developer and Web Systems Specialist

We are seeking a skilled WordPress Developer and Web Systems Specialist to be our primary technical contractor. This role is critical to our business operations, requiring expertise in web development, WordPress, PHP, and HTML5. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing and optimizing web systems, ensuring high performance and security. This is a part time position with a long-term engagement. The Role We are looking for a skilled WordPress Developer and Web Systems Specialist to serve as our primary technical contractor. This role is critical to our day-to-day client delivery. You will work alongside our project manager and partner relations team to build, maintain, and troubleshoot web systems for a portfolio of faith-based churches and nonprofits. This is a long-term ongoing engagement. We are not looking for a one-project hire – we want someone who will grow with us and become a trusted technical partner to the team and our clients. What You’ll Do WordPress Development & Site Maintenance Build and maintain WordPress websites for ELC clients across a variety of ministry types Manage premium plugin and theme installation, updates, and license renewals Conduct site audits to identify outdated or vulnerable components Coordinate with hosting providers (Flywheel, and others) for access and environment management Monitor and resolve security issues using tools like Wordfence Implement best-practice page structure, URL hierarchy, and site organization Gravity Forms Specialist Build advanced registration, verification, payment, and workflow forms using Gravity Forms Configure Gravity Forms add-ons: Gravity Flow, Gravity View, Form Connector, and related plugins Ensure proper field logic, conditional routing, confirmation messaging, and email notifications Manage plugin license activations and renewals across client sites Payment Processing & CRM Integration Integrate Authorize.net, WooCommerce, or similar payment processors with WordPress forms Connect form submissions to CRM platforms (NationBuilder, or similar) for data syncing Test end-to-end transaction flows and troubleshoot data exchange failures Build recovery or fallback payment forms when primary systems require it Custom Web Applications Develop lightweight custom web tools within WordPress (e.g., member verification portals, QR-based credential lookups, searchable directories) Build Gravity View-powered custom front-end displays and searchable databases Handle bulk data imports and backend admin configurations for client self-management Domain, Email & DNS Management Configure DNS records, DKIM/SPF email authentication, and domain settings Set up and manage Google Workspace accounts and custom email domains for clients Manage CloudFlare accounts, resolve domain expiration issues, and troubleshoot email deliverability Client Communication & Team Collaboration Communicate clearly and professionally with clients (ministry leaders, pastors, nonprofit directors) Explain technical issues in plain, non-technical language Collaborate with our project manager (DeAundra) and partner relations director (Shawn) via email and Podio Log detailed work notes in Podio tasks and track time accurately in Paymo Submit monthly invoices with client/task-level detail Who We’re Looking For Required Skills & Experience 3+ years of WordPress development experience Proficiency with Gravity Forms and at least one major add-on (Gravity Flow, Gravity View, Form Connector) Experience integrating payment processors (Authorize.net preferred) with WordPress Working knowledge of DNS, DKIM/SPF, Google Workspace, and domain management Comfortable managing hosting environments (Flywheel, cPanel, or similar) Ability to troubleshoot live site issues under deadline pressure Clear, professional written communication – you will interact directly with clients Strong Bonus Skills Experience with NationBuilder CRM or similar donor/constituent management platforms CloudFlare management Wordfence or other WordPress security tools Experience with Elementor Pro or WP Bakery Familiarity with WooCommerce Podio or similar project management tools Culture & Fit Resonates with or respects the faith-based mission – our clients are churches and ministries, and our work has spiritual significance to them Operates with integrity, transparency, and proactive communication Brings calm and precision to high-stakes, deadline-sensitive situations Self-directed and reliable – you don’t need to be micromanaged to do excellent work Available for responsive communication during core business hours (CST preferred)