Graphic Artist, Level II

• Candidates must be permanent in the title of Graphic Artist.

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order. The NYPD strives to foster a safe and fair city by incorporating Neighborhood Policing into all facets of Department operations and solve the problems that create crime and disorder through an interdependent relationship between the people and its police, and by pioneering strategic innovation.

The Information Technology Bureau (ITB) is to provide all members of the New York City Police Department with the most advanced technology available in order to enhance operational performance and promote personal safety. The use of technology in law enforcement contributes to officer effectiveness and efficiency and is to the benefit of all citizens of the City of New York. The Administrative Division advances the Bureau's mission, vision and values by providing administrative support and operational oversight to all ITB divisions.

ITB Administrative Division is looking for a Graphic Artist to do the following:

• Plans creative approaches and production of maps, books, pamphlets, annual reports, posters, presentations, ceremonial invitations and certificates and displays in buildings and structures.
• Selects media and process to be used.
• Selects and specifies , for printed material, type, paper and ink.
• Estimates job costs for various printing process.
• Orders appropriate engravings
• Selects applicable bindings
• Depicts, by means of illustrative renderings, proposed buildings and structures.
• Interprets complex statistical reports and data in the form of charts and diagrammatic drawings in such manner as can quickly be understood and evaluated.
• Selects salient points of texts for illustration.
• Plans, designs and develops visual aspects of and information technology system, including pictorial displays, models, illustrations, charts and graphs
• Plans and supervises art work performed under contract.
• Servers in a consultative and advisory capacity in graphic problems.

Work Location: 1 Police Plaza
Hours/shifts: Various

In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his or her spouse or domestic partner and un-emancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

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Minimum Qualifications

(1) A baccalaureate degree, with a major in fine or graphic arts, from an accredited college and one year of full-time paid experience as a commercial or graphic artist; or
(2) A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent plus two years of training in a technical school approved by a state’s Department of Education or comparable governmental agency, in oils, water colors, painting, design, black and white, layout, computer graphics, and other art media, and three years of acceptable full-time paid experience as a commercial or graphic artist.
To be qualified for assignment to Assignment Level II, individuals must have:
(a) at least one year of experience as a Graphic Artist, Assignment Level I; or
(b) the Qualification Requirements described in "1" or "2" above, plus two additional years of acceptable specialized paid experience conceptualizing and initiating graphic art projects.

Preferred Skills

- Strong organization, professional manner, proven ability to meet deadlines, and attention to detail required - Knowledge and understanding of all graphics terminology and production procedures, as well as proven experience working with related desktop programs required. - Background in Web/Print design, layout and production required. - Strong understanding typography, layout, and color usage. - Experience handling copy-heavy documents and ability to work with complex stylesheets. - Experience working with outside vendors (printers, translation services, etc). - Familiarity with graphic industry standards and best practices. - Ability to remain calm and productive under pressure and changing priorities. - Proficiency in use of leading word-processing, spreadsheet, and database applications including MS Office Suite, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.