Graphic Designer 2, WCB Item #915

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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 02/18/25

Applications Due02/28/25

Vacancy ID181049

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AgencyWorkers' Compensation Board

TitleGraphic Designer 2, WCB Item #915

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $65001 to $82656 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Schenectady

Street Address Public Information Office, Branding & Stakeholder Engagement

328 State Street

City Schenectady

StateNY

Zip Code12305

Duties Description The incumbent will report to the Art Director (Multimedia Production Program Specialist 2) within the Branding & Stakeholder Engagement Unit, and will assist in the following to further the mission of the Change Management Bureau and Public Information Office:

• Design of printed and digital materials to promote and educate internal/external stakeholders about Board programs and policies. This includes, but is not limited to:
• Reports, newsletters, publications, pamphlets, brochures, banners, posters, postcards, flyers/invitations
• Logos, icons, informational graphics
• Illustrations
• Web/social media assets
• Multimedia assets (i.e., animations)
• Outreach displays
• Signage
• PowerPoint presentation development
• Campaign development
• Video/multimedia development
• Revision of translated documents
• Preparing design files for print, coordination of print jobs
• Researching/organizing stock photography and other photo sources, photo editing
• Ensuring compliance with the NYS Branding Guidelines
• Project tracking and organization
• Serve on project teams as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in an art or design field such as art, drawing, painting, illustration, digital design, or interactive media and two years of experience; or an associate's degree in the same fields and four years of experience.
• Adobe Creative Suite experience: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat (Premiere and/or After Effects, a plus)
• Microsoft Office experience: Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint (Excel, a plus)
• Social media experience
• Experience working within style guides/branding guidelines
• Prepress experience - preparing design files for print and working with print vendors
• Camtasia or other video editing experience
• Photography editing experience
• Photography, a plus
• Illustration skills, a plus
• Website design experience, a plus

Minimum Qualifications Non-Competitive: Bachelor's degree in an art or design field such as art, drawing, painting, illustration, digital design, or interactive media and two years of experience; or an associate's degree in the same fields and four years of experience.

Additional Comments Please Note: A hybrid telecommuting schedule can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

Holiday & Paid Time Off

• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service.
• Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.
• Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.

Health Care Benefits

• Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.

Additional Benefits

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).
• NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave.
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Program
• Flexible Spending Program, which allows employees to set aside pre-tax payroll deductions for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

The Workers' Compensation Board (Board) is an equal opportunity employer. The Board does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. The Board is dedicated to eliminating injustices and ensuring diversity in our workforce so we can better serve our staff and create a space where all feel safe to be themselves. To help meet those goals, we encourage applicants from marginalized communities to apply. We are looking for candidates who are committed to working in and contributing to an environment that fosters a sense of belonging, as well as inclusion, and celebrates people of all backgrounds, identities, experiences, and perspectives.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Recruitment Unit

Telephone 518-474-2685

Fax 518-486-6364

Email Address HRM@WCB.NY.GOV

Address

Street Human Resources Management

328 State Street

City Schenectady

State NY

Zip Code 12305

Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should send a letter of interest and resume which lists your actual Civil Service title, salary grade and specific verifiable information as to how you meet the minimum qualifications to be eligible to apply for this position. Please send your application to HRM@WCB.ny.gov (email applications are preferred). It is important that you reference the WCB Item #915 in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application. (Please do not reference the Vacancy ID No.)