Graphic Designer - City Clerk

About This PositionThe City of Phoenix strives to be an employer of choice. With more than 14,000 employees working across 35 departments, the City of Phoenix offers opportunities for career growth and advancement. It is emerging in the new economy with strengths in high technology, manufacturing, bioscience research, and advanced business services.The City Clerk Department is seeking a dedicated professional to join their team as a Graphic Designer- City Clerk.The Graphic Designer - City Clerk creates and modifies a high volume of print and electronic media, such as flyers, books, reports, manuals, newsletters, bills, notices, tickets, pamphlets, ballots, maps, calendars, Web pages, advertisements, and numerous other means of disseminating information in support of City of Phoenix programs.This position works with internal print production staff and/or outside vendors to define specifications and oversee the quality of final print products resulting from designs; uses computer graphics and photo editing software to implement design and layout copy; implements and trains other designers on design concepts, including City standards for use of logos, fonts, and layouts; and operates a digital color printer, computer-to-plate equipment, and other desktop output devices.The Essential Functions Of This Position IncludeDesigning and preparing covers, reports, posters, brochures, special maps, displays, and related materials;Creating logos based on customer's request, concept, and ideas;Overseeing development of promotional brochures and implementation of promotional campaigns;Making artist conceptions of projects using various types of media;Editing images using various graphics software;Using computer graphics and photo editing software to prepare comprehensive layouts and various forms of media;Designing and updating internet web pages utilizing SharePoint;Maintaining regular and reliable attendance and;Demonstrating superior seamless customer service, integrity, and commitment to innovation, efficiency, and fiscally responsible activity.IDEAL CANDIDATECreative thinking skills.Ability to make artistic layouts independently, under general supervision.Ability to communicate orally with customers, clients, and the public in face-to-face, one-on-one settings or via phone call.Ability to provide a portfolio of work including a wide range of creative projects.Ability to work cooperatively with other City employees.Great communication skills verbally, written, and within visual projects.Excellent eye for detail and catching typographical errors.SALARYPay Range: $26.18 - $44.57 per hour.Hiring Range: $26.18 - $38.68 per hour.Pay Range ExplanationPay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification.Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.BenefitsA comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes:Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, click here for more details: Pension Information401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributionsChoice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plansMedical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health PlanWellness incentive of up to $720 annuallyDental, vision, and life insurance optionsEmployer paid long-term disabilityFree Bus/light rail passTuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per yearPaid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave daysPaid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month periodFederal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through SaviFor more details, visit: Unit 003 BenefitsMinimum QualificationsAssociate's degree in computer graphics, art, or a related field.Two years of experience in commercial graphics design.Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.The City job description can be found here .All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.For information regarding pre-screening and driving positions, click here .Preferred QualificationsThe minimum qualifications listed above, plus:Experience in graphic design.Experience creating brochures, flyers, postcards, and logo designs.Experience creating publicity pamphlets, manuals, annual reports, and book creation.Experience in file prep, prepress work, and color systems through PMS/CMYK.Experience with Adobe Creative Suite graphic design software (Acrobat Pro, InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator).Experience working with layouts, graphic fundamentals, typography, print, and the web.Experience with Quark Xpress 9 or Higher software.Experience in an office management role, including compiling and processing reports.Experience working with Sharepoint 2013 and web design.Experience creating reports, memos, and correspondence letters.Experience with variable data printing.Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Access.Experience using computer graphics and photo editing software.Experience using digital cameras, scanners, plotters, printers, and related equipment.Experience ProofreadingExperience communicating with clients through strong verbal skills.RECRUITMENT DATESRecruitment closes June 6, 2024. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.(General Rule: Executive – 30 days; Middle Manager – 3 weeks; General Recruitments – 2 weeks; Promotional – 7-14 days; exceptions on a case by case basis only)This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.How To ApplyApply online by completing the required information and attaching,

as one document , your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.WE ARE HERE TO HELPJob interviews may be held by video or audio conference.If you are in need of computer resources, click here for free options.Arizona at Work has frequent classes to help with resume writing, interviewing skills, and general career guidance. Click here for more information.Explore other Employment Opportunities with the City of Phoenix .Subscribe to receive e-mail notifications about new employment opportunities.If you need assistance applying for this job, please contact our HR Connection Center at (602) 495-5700 .REFERENCEPlanning Graphic Designer, JC:18040, ID# 54444, 05/24/24, USM, DB, Benefits:003. Building the Phoenix of tomorrow. #DoWorkThatMakesPhoenixWork. City of Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.

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