Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under the direction of the Chief, Public and Media Affairs Office, an Information Officer II, the Graphic Designer II is  responsible for the concept, development, and production of complex graphic design work as it relates to District 8. The  incumbent works independently to create highly professional and difficult design in public awareness campaigns, public  information documents, exhibits and a wide range of graphic arts products for the Public Information Office, as well as assisting  other Divisions and units on their graphics needs.

PARF# 08-26-0281 / JC-518189

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the GRAPHIC DESIGNER II  exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions.  To apply for the exam, please click and search by typing in the classification title.

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Working Conditions

Position located at 464 W Fourth St, San Bernardino, CA, San Bernardino County.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

While at the base of operation, employee works in a climate-controlled office under artificial lighting. Multi floor buildings are  equipped with elevators and stairs.

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 12-point Arial font:

1. Describe your experience developing professional visual communication materials from concept through final production using industry- standard graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud).

• Specific examples of projects you have designed (print, digital, or multimedia).

• Your role in conceptual development and problem-solving.

• How you ensured your work met accessibility, branding, and technical standards.

2. Provide an example of a time you managed multiple design projects with competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment. In your response, describe:

• How you organized your workload and communicated with clients or project stakeholders.

• Tools or methods you use to track progress and maintain quality.

• The outcome of your project(s) and what you learned that would help you succeed as a Graphic Designer II at Caltrans.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment.  If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification.  Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment.  Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent.  Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: or . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers .

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Creativity and Innovation: Thinks beyond the confines of traditional models to recognize opportunities, seek creative solutions and take intelligent risks. (Employee Excellence - Integrity, Stewardship)

• Dealing with Ambiguity (Risk): Can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty, as well as make decisions to act without having the total picture. (Employee Excellence - Integrity)

• Initiative: Ability to identify what needs to be done and doing it before being asked or required by the situation. Seeks out others involved in a situation to learn their perspectives. (Employee Excellence - Innovation)

• Problem-solving and Decision-making : Identifies problems and uses logical analysis to find information, understand causes, and evaluate and select or recommend best possible courses of action. (Employee Excellence - Innovation)

• Teamwork/Partnership: Develops, maintains, and strengthens partnerships with others inside or outside of the organization through effective communication and collaboration. (Employee Excellence - Integrity)

• Customer Focus: Considers, prioritizes, and takes action on the needs of both internal and external customers. (Employee Excellence - Stewardship)

• Interpersonal Effectiveness : Effectively and appropriately interacts and communicates with others to build positive, constructive, professional relationships. Tailors communication style based on the audience. Provides and is receptive to feedback. (Employee Excellence - Stewardship)

• Analytical Skills: Approaches problems using a logical, systematic, and sequential approach. Weighs priorities and recognizes underlying issues. (Employee Excellence - Stewardship)

• Computer literacy and application: Appropriate knowledge of computer applications and other tools necessary to successfully perform tasks. (Employee Excellence – Stewardship)

Benefits

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Important Application Instructions:

Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.

Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your DEGREE/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSE, or CERTIFICATE, along with your State application (STD. 678), to be considered for this position.

NOTE: Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts.  Confidential information that should be  excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver’s license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age.  The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position.  Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Work at office, Remote work

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