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City of Casper, WY

Marketing and Graphic Designer

City of Casper, WY, Casper, Wyoming, United States, 82604


Salary :

$54,387.00 - $73,423.00 Annually

Location :

Casper, WY

Job Type:

Full-Time

Job Number:

1282-02

Department:

Public Services Department

Division:

Public Engagement (115)

Opening Date:

07/17/2024

Closing Date:

8/4/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

Class Summary

Assigned to: Public Engagement

Please include a portfolio of relevant examples to your application

Incumbent is responsible for the oversight of marketing, public information, and public engagement and the grapic design elements of these responsibilities for City of Casper with special emphasis on developing public information for City of Casper Utility customers and utilizing all modes of media.

REPORTING STRUCTURE:Receives general supervision from the Manager of Public Engagement or higher-level management staff.

Typical Class Essential Duties

1. Provides assistance and support for marketing, public information, and public engagement projects, as assigned, meeting deadlines and expectations while maintaining brand and visual integrity. Analyzes data, as well as performance metrics, to help shape marketing, public information, and public engagement strategies.

2. Assists with front end development on the City's website, creates new web content, and regularly performs website maintenance.

3. Collaborates with the Communication and Marketing Generalist and others to plan, develop, implement, and manage communication and marketing initiatives.

4. Develops and maintains graphic and brand standards and assists in implementation and maintenance throughout the organization.

5. Creates concepts and provides graphic and visual design for flyers, posters, brochures, publications, annual reports, PowerPoint presentations and similar print material, as well as digital format graphic design on the City's website, social media, branding and iconography, form design and other special services as required.

6. Assists with the City's social media presence including social strategy, content development, and audience interaction.

7. Coordinates assigned projects; identifies and reports progress to help keep the projects on track.8. Monitors web trends and e-marketing best practices to recommend for implementation.

9. Represents the City of Casper by responding to the public, citizens, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor.

10. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Knowledge (position requirements at entry):Knowledge of:• Marketing, public information, and community relations.• Graphic and visual design principles• Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Lightroom)• Basic writing.• Website management, including front end development.• Social media, print, electronic, radio/television and other media used to distribute public information.• Photography and photo editing• Confidentiality and pertinent privacy laws.• Customer service principles.• Public Information Act, its application and compliance requirements.• Basic math.• Record keeping and file management principles.• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, codes, and/or statutes.• Modern office procedures, methods and use of technological equipment including database management.

Abilities (position requirements at entry):Ability to:• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.• Routinely demonstrate the City of Casper core values.• Apply graphic and visual design and marketing principles.• Learn and promote public utilities of the City of Casper.• Maintain confidentiality.• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.• Work on collaborative projects that include publications, print, web/electronic media, photography, video, and social media• Organize information in an easily retrievable fashion.• Solve complex visual communication challenges• Create presentations and speak in public.• Maintain a neat and professional appearance.• Follow written and verbal instructions and direction.• Operate modern office equipment, software and operating systems/applications.• Follow all City safety rules and procedures and immediately report all accidents/incidents or unsafe conditions to a supervisor.• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Skills (position requirements at entry):Skill in:• Marketing and communication methods and strategies with all media types.• English grammar.• Graphic and visual design• Utilizing programs in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Lightroom) to create graphic and visual design• Website management, including front end development.• Social media, print, electronic, radio/television and other media used to distribute public information.• Gathering information; preparing graphics and pictures for newsletters and publications online and print formats.• Dealing in a courteous, knowledgeable, and tactful manner with staff and general public.• Working on several projects or issues simultaneously.• Program and project management.• Public speaking.• Routinely demonstrate the City of Casper core values.• Operating modern office equipment, software and operating systems/applications.• Oral and written communication, sufficient to exchange or convey effective information and to receive work direction.

Training, Experience & Certifications

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE• High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) required.• Minimum of three years of professional experience in marketing, public engagement, and/or graphic design. Public sector/local government experience is preferred.• Associate's and/or Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Graphic Design, or a closely related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as listed below.

LICENSING and CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS• Possession of a valid Wyoming Driver's License preferred.

Supplemental Information & Physical Requirements

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Employment with the City of Casper is contingent upon a successful background screen and pre-employment drug test. Applicants who have failed a pre-employment screen or have been terminated from the City of Casper are ineligible for employment consideration for 12 months. You will become eligible for consideration 12 months from the date of your incident (pre-employment screen or termination).

As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must utilize direct deposit for payroll purposes.

Driving records are required for all new employees regardless of the position's driving requirements. If the employee has not held a Wyoming driver's license for the last three years, the employee must provide at their own initiation and expense a driving record from their previous state(s) of residence.

Physical and Environmental Conditions:City of Casper employees that perform safety sensitive tasks are subject to pre-employment and/or random drug testing. These tasks include, but may not be limited to:• Emergency response/rescue• Handling or working with hazardous materials, including chemicals as well as solid and liquid waste• Operating or maintaining water and wastewater systems• Maintaining City computer and data systems including networks, servers, communication systems, etc.• Driving for the City of Casper, whether essential or non-essential• Operating power-driven machinery or equipment• Handling confidential information, including personnel, health, financial, or attorney-client information• Working with or around children

Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Incumbents in this position typically work indoors in an office environment and are subject to the common noises associated with office work including telephones, copiers, and printers. The position requires frequent sitting, typing, and customer contact, both by telephone and in person. This position may also require going out in the field to better understand Utilities and other City of Casper operations; personal protective equipment such as safety toe shoes, eye protection, safety vest, and hard hats be required for fieldwork.

The City of Casper offers a variety of benefits to full-time employees. For more information on any of our benefits, please call Human Resources at (307) 235-8344.

Benefit Programs: Look at these amazing benefits!

CIGNA HealthDelta DentalVSP VisionMedical Reimbursement Account, Flexible SpendingMASA Supplementary Ambulance CareVoya Supplementary Hospital, Accident, and Critical Illness PlansShort-term and Long-term Disability OptionsLife Insurance457/IRA Retirement OptionsEmployees Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Free Counseling ServicesPet InsuranceLegal Shield/ID ShieldTen Paid Holidays AnnuallyWyoming Retirement System - Retirement Income for life. Employer match exceeds employee contribution.

Public Employee Pension Plan:

Employer 9.37% Employee 9.25%

Law Enforcement Pension Plan

Employer 10.6% Employee 6.6%

Paid Fire B Pension Plan

Employer 16.00% Employee 11.245%

Paid Time Off (PTO):

The City of Casper (City) recognizes that a period of leisure, or recreation, away from the job is beneficial. A new full-time employee will receive an advance of 80 PTO hours on their start date. Each full-time employee's PTO accrual is limited to a total of 720 hours, which equates to 18 weeks (40-hours per week) of PTO.

Tuition Reimbursement:

Reimbursement % is based on grade level received. Includes books and some fees.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF):

The City of Casper may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Visit to learn more and understand whether you may be eligible.

Cordico - Mobile Wellness Ap:

On-demand access to relevant trusted and effective wellness resources.

Employee Assistance Program:

Free counseling available to employees and their immediate family members.

Ergonomic Assessments:

Review of your workstation and recommendations made by our Risk Management team to ensure a safe and comfortable work environment.

Additional Benefits and Annual Fun Events:Service Awards Luncheon -

To recognize and celebrate years of service, employees who reach a 5-year milestone with the City are invited to an annual luncheon. This event includes catered food, awards, and great door prizes.

Annual Employee Golf Tournament

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Swing into Fun: Join us for our annual employee golf tournament. This event is typically in late Summer at our Municipal Golf Course and offers food and door prizes. Open to current employees, retirees, and family members.

Employee Holiday Breakfast

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Indulge in a delicious hearty breakfast and enjoy the company of the great employees at the City of Casper. We invite all employees to kick off the holiday season with our Annual Holiday Breakfast.

Chili Skate Night

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Lace up your skates! Get ready to glide and slide at our Employee Chili Skate Night at the Casper Ice Arena. Employees and their families are invited to join us for an evening of icy fun and delicious chili.

Wellness Programs -

Drawings for cash prizes for participants. Free access to the Casper Recreation Center for qualifying employees.

Leadership and Employee Development

- We believe in nurturing talent, empowering individuals, and cultivating a culture of growth and success. Human Resources provides employee training and mentoring opportunities to foster leadership and employee development within our organization.

01

Which of the following best describes your level of education?

Some High SchoolHigh School Diploma or G.E.D.Some CollegeAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's DegreeDoctoral Degree

02

How many years of experience do you have in professional experience in marketing, public engagement, and/or graphic design?

NoneLess than 1 year1 year to less than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 4 years4 years to less than 5 years5 years to less than 6 years6 years to less than 7 years7 years to less than 8 years8 years to less than 9 years9 years to less than 10 years10 or more years

03

Please describe (in detail) your experience and where you obtained the experience.

04

Please describe a marketing campaign you contributed to and your role in creating the graphic design elements.

05

Please list the type of graphic design software you are experienced in and prefer to use (and why this is your preference).

06

Please provide 3-5 samples of your relevant work. Upload to your application in the 'attachments' section and/or provide online link(s) below.

07

Please describe (in detail) your experience working in the public sector/local government:

08

Do you currently possess a valid Wyoming driver's license?

YesNoNo, but I have the ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.

Required Question