What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graphic Artist position at Prince George's County, MD Government?
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The Prince George's County Government Department of Health is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a Graphic Artist position, grade G21, in the Office of the Health Officer.
About the Position
This is full performance level professional and technical work whereby incumbents are responsible for (1) evaluating and assessing the graphic, visual and informational needs of a department and for (2) planning, developing and coordinating all activities to fulfill those needs. Incumbents are responsible for planning, directing and coordinating all aspects involved in the internal control and production of all graphic, visual and informational materials and projects. Work is performed under the general direction of a designated official with latitude for creativity and independent action. Work is appraised through observation of results achieved in terms of timeliness, quality and effectiveness of promotional and information activities.
About the Agency
The Office of Community Relations ensures that County residents connect with government resources, agencies and personnel. Our responsibility is to serve as a bridge between government and its people. We do so by using data driven analysis and input received from constituents. We are dedicated to a world class service delivery model and ensuring Prince George’s County residents know that they can count on the Office of Community Relations to be highly visible, accessible and accountable.
Examples of Work
- Performs the full range of graphic art activities from the initial inception of a project to its ultimate completion.
- Meets with management and operating officials in planning and coordinating graphic art projects.
- Prepares preliminary layouts in the form of sketches; designs and prepares a wide variety of general and technical illustration work such as photographic slides, posters, brochures, manuals, exhibits, signs, etc. within stated budgetary limitations determined by management.
- Selects printing options including paper stock, size and color and any bindery considerations; provides technical advice to Print Shop or vendors on various aspects of graphics and printing, such as making line negatives for offset printing, layouts and folder work; edits all printing job for conformance to specifications.
- Takes photographs, selects and crops photos; computes percentages of blow-up reduction.
- Researches reference sources and consults with other subject matter experts to ensure that illustrations are accurate presentation used to communicate themes.
- Establishes and maintains files and records pertaining to the graphic program and its activities.
- Researches and recommends purchase of major items of equipment; makes minor repairs or adjustments on equipment and performs routine maintenance; orders supplies and other materials necessary.
- Develops typesetting and printing specification on each graphic communication design.
- Edits all work for completeness, accuracy and conformance with standards.
- Establishes and maintains procedural guidelines for the internal operation of the graphic arts program activities.
- Requires use of automated equipment in conjunction with assigned duties and responsibilities.
- Performs tasks and duties willingly and cooperatively which may not be specifically listed in the class specification or position description, but which are within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's class of work.
Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in art, graphic design or illustration
- One (1) year of experience as a graphic artist
Preferred Qualifications
- Eight (8) years or more of experience in graphic artist or illustration Experience with branding, marketing campaigns, or visual storytelling
- Familiarity with accessibility standards for digital content
- Knowledge of user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) principles
- Considerable knowledge of the methods, procedures, techniques and media available for graphic production, information and similar material
- Considerable knowledge of methods, procedures, pricing and techniques applied in the preparation, layout, finished art and presentation of visual material and other promotional material
- Knowledge of procedures of printing and reproduction processes
- Ability to plan, develop, organize and complete a comprehensive and coordinated graphics program
- Ability to make effective use of all available graphic media necessary to implement programs
- Ability to effectively express oneself orally as well as visually and in writing
- Develop templates for newsletter or digital signage to maintain brand consistency
- Photograph and or record materials for promotional materials Producing videos and animations content for marketing campaigns
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EACH APPLICANT MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION WHICH CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
Additional Information
Job Location: 1701 McCormick Dr, Largo MD
Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must:
- Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
- Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties, if applicable.
- Be willing to complete and successfully pass any required preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable.
- Be willing to work as an Essential employee. Due to the nature of the service provided by this agency, all employees are considered essential during an election cycle. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.
ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED
Eligibility to Work: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.
INTERNAL APPLICANTS: If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.
Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity in the Workplace
General Plan Information:
The Prince George’s County benefits plan year is from January 1 to December 31.
A spouse (to include a same sex spouse) can be added to the health benefit plans. A marriage certificate and social security number is required to add a spouse.
Children under the age of 26 are eligible for coverage under the health benefit plans. This includes stepchildren and children of the same-sex spouse. A birth certificate(s) and social security number(s) is required to add a child(ren). If you are only adding the stepchildren or child(ren) of a same-sex spouse, you will need to submit a marriage certificate. You will also need to submit the birth certificate of the child(ren) and your spouse must be listed as a parent.
The premiums for health benefits are deducted on a pre-tax basis with the exception of Long-Term Disability, Extra Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits (Short-Term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Cancer Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity Protection, Accident Indemnity Plan, Supplemental Dental and Group Legal Services).
New employees must enroll in the County’s health benefit plans within thirty (30) days of the hire date.
The effective date of the health benefits coverage is the beginning of the month following a waiting period of forty-five (45) days from the date of hire.
After enrolling in the County’s benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the year, due to a family status change (i.e., marriage, births, divorce and adoption).
Employee Benefits
Prince George’s County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:
For additional details, please visit: https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/human-resources-management/employees/benefits
Prince George’s County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:
- Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage (part time employees are eligible for medical insurance if they work 15 hours, per week)
- Group Term Life Insurance
- Long & Short-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Dependent Care Assistance Program
- Health Care Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick)
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Retirement Benefits
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Employer Contribution Rate-11.71%
- Supplemental Pension Plan
- Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48%
- 457(b)
- 403(b)
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Employee Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary Benefits
- Critical Illness
- Whole Life Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Legal Services
For additional details, please visit: https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/human-resources-management/employees/benefits
