The Office of the Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder and Chief Election's Officer is seeking a Graphics Specialist to perform skilled information design using a variety of desktop publishing systems. The work may also include some graphics design and layout. The position will work closely with departmental staff to define needs, evaluate alternatives, and develop the most effective educational and informational materials to represent the Office. The ideal candidate is proficient with multiple deskto... more details
Description
The Office of the Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder and Chief Election's Officer is seeking a Graphics Specialist to perform skilled information design using a variety of desktop publishing systems. The work may also include some graphics design and layout. The position will work closely with departmental staff to define needs, evaluate alternatives, and develop the most effective educational and informational materials to represent the Office.
The ideal candidate is proficient with multiple desktop publishing/graphics programs such as InDesign, Illustrator, and PhotoShop and presentation software such as PowerPoint. Also, the ideal candidate will have success managing and meeting multiple deadlines and will have strong skills in proofreading materials for format, spelling, and grammar.
The current position is a full-time, temporary (extra-help) position. The graphics specialist hired for the position will be a key contributor to the 2024 Presidential General Election. It is anticipated the project will be ongoing for up to a year.
Extra-help positions are at-will assignments, paid on an hourly basis. Some extra-help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment.
Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Graphic design concepts, materials, techniques, and equipment used in commercial art.
Federal accessibility standards for web design.
Operating principles and practices of multiple word processing/spreadsheet database programs such as WORD and EXCEL.
Operating principles and practices of multiple desktop publishing/graphics programs such as Adobe Creative Cloud.
Techniques for estimating time and processes required to meet the document needs of the client.
Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Proper format for business correspondence, reports, and informational materials.
Skill/Ability to:
Operate a variety of word processing, spreadsheet and desktop publishing hardware and software in a production setting.
Estimate the time and materials required to produce a desired finished product.
Design distinctive commemorative election pins.
Maintain department’s public facing website (www.smcacre.org) and the intranet site.
Organize and prioritize work and meet critical time deadlines.
Maintain accurate logs, records, and files of work performed.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationship with those contacted in the course of the work.
Sit for an extended period at a video display terminal and use a keyboard while maintaining attention to detail.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Application/Examination
This is an open recruitment. Anyone may apply. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis. The position can be filled at any time.
Application materials will be reviewed and well-qualified candidates will be contacted by the department. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.
Include the words "Graphics Specialist (Extra Help) (Open)" in the subject line of email submission.
IMPORTANT: You must submit the following to be considered for this opportunity:
1. Resume 2. Responses to the Supplemental Questions listed below:
Describe your education and experience in graphic design and/or desktop publishing. Specify the type of projects, your customers and clients, your responsibilities, and the design and publishing software and tools you have used.
Please list the website design software and tools with which you are familiar and skilled using.
Describe the specific methods or techniques you use: (a) to ensure accuracy in your work, and (b) to ensure deadlines are met.
Describe the methods you use to resolve conflict in each of the following situations: (a) with one of your co-workers, and (b) with a customer or user of your service.
This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted 5 days in advance in the San Mateo County Human Resources Department.
Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.
Application Deadline: Continuous
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse communities. The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work. San Mateo County is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion at all levels.
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