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County of San Diego

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County of San Diego, San Diego, California, United States, 92189


Salary:

$58,198.40 - $71,489.60 Annually

Location :

County of San Diego, CA

Job Type:

Regular - Full time

Job Number:

24381707

Department:

Sheriff

Division:

Sheriff's Administration

Opening Date:

08/15/2024

Closing Date:

8/25/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

Job Summary

The County of San Diego Announces An Excellent Opportunity

Graphic Artist

PER COUNTY RULES, THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR APPOINTMENT AT STEP 1, $58,198.40

ANNUALLY. COUNTY EMPLOYEES ARE SUBJECT TO THE COUNTY PROMOTION RULE FOR STEP PLACEMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH COMP ORD 1.3.5.

The County of San Diego is currently accepting job applications for Graphic Artist. This is the entry/journey level class of the series. Graphic Artists are responsible for preparing artwork to specification using a wide variety of techniques, media, and methods. The current vacancy for Graphic Artist is in the San Diego County Library and the Department of Public Works, however, the six month employment list established from this recruitment may be used to fill vacancies in other departments.

Click for a complete job description of the class, including minimum requirements, physical characteristics, and working conditions.

Minimum

QualificationsOne (1) year of full-time experience as a graphic artist, graphic designer, or illustrator for an agency or organization.

Selection Interview DatesParks and Recreation interviews will take place on or after September 27, 2024.

Candidates should be prepared to immediately complete background paperwork, upon receipt of a job offer.

The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below. Please note that dates are approximate and are dependent upon the successful completion of each step of the process.

Job Offer and Background Process begins: Shortly after the interviews. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.

Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.

Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of background or other mutually agreed upon date.

Beginning July 1, 2022, the Department of Human Resources will remove personally identifiable information from all new recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, will hide a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process will help contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements on both your Application and Supplemental questionnaire.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or Supplemental Questionnaire.

Condition of Employment

As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position.

Evaluation

The names of qualified applicants will be placed on a

six (6) month

employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information provided on the employment and supplemental applications.

Please ensure all information is complete and accurate, as the responses you provide on the supplemental application questionnaire will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.

The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our Strategic Plan (sandiegocounty.gov) as well as our commitment to serve everyone, to build a Framework for the Future that will create a County that works for all.

Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as

disaster service workers . The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any

county , city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law

As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.

Veteran's Preference Policy

The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego.

Military Skills Translator

Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help!

The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.

Click here to see the Non-Management Benefits Summary

01

Please be sure to answer the following questions in a thorough and complete manner, as your responses may be used to determine your overall score. Please do NOT indicate "See Resume," or "See Application." as these are not acceptable answers.Please note that if you are invited to a selection interview(s) by a department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification.Do you understand this information?

YesNo

02

Do you possess one (1) year of full time experience as a graphic artist, graphic designer, or illustrator for an agency or organization.

YesNo

03

If you selected Yes to Question #2, please provide a brief description of your experience including the employer name, your job title, your duties, length of employment, and hours worked per week.If you selected No to Question #2, please indicate "N/A."

04

How many years of full-time

professional

experience do you have in multimedia graphics, graphic arts, advertising, layout, web, print and/or design?

No ExperienceLess than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 4 years4 years to less than 5 years5 years or more

05

Please describe your professional experience in multimedia graphics, graphic arts, advertising, layout, web, print and/or design experience and include the following:

job title(s); employer name(s); dates of employment, duties performed in each position, products you developed and the target audience. Note: If you answered No Experience on Question #4, then indicate "N/A" below.

06

Please select which of the following multimedia computer programs you are proficient in using.***Please be advised that the hiring department may ask you to demonstrate your skills in these areas as part of the selection process.

Adobe InDesignAdobe IllustratorAdobe Photo ShopAdobe PremierGoogle SuiteMicrosoft SuiteMac/PCOther multi-media computer programNone of the above

07

Please describe your experience with the programs you selected in Question #6. Please indicate how long you have worked with each program, what version of the program you used, and what work products you produced with each program.Note: If you checked "None of the above" on Question #6, then indicate "N/A" below.

08

Do you possess an Associate's degree or higher in graphic design, graphic arts, multimedia design, or a closely related field?Please note:If yes, applicants must attach college documents

at the time of application .College documents include copies of diploma, official transcripts, unofficial transcripts, foreign equivalency reports, or letters of verification authored by the college or university you attended.If you have already submitted your college documents during previous recruitments with the County of San Diego (2008 to present), you may by-pass these instructions.

YesNo

09

Where did you first hear about this job opportunity?

San Diego County websiteGovernmentjobs.comVeteran Outreach / FFSCMana de San DiegoFamily, Neighbors, FriendsCounty Employee Resources GroupCollege/University Career SiteCounty Social MediaLinkedInIndeedVoice and ViewpointOther

Required Question