Public Engagement Specialist (Graphic Designer)

Position Description

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Graphic Designer will be responsible for creating visually appealing and impactful designs that effectively communicate the brand message and meet the needs of our clients. This role requires a blend of creativity, technical skills, and a keen eye for detail to produce high-quality graphics for various media, including print, digital, and social platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio showcasing their design expertise and a passion for staying updated with the latest design trends and technologies.

JOB DUTIES:

• Experience in photography, videography, writing content, and social media.

• Develop innovative design concepts, graphics, and layouts for various projects.

• Create visually engaging graphics for websites, social media, email campaigns, advertisements, brochures, posters, and other marketing materials.

• Prepare and optimize designs for print and digital formats, ensuring high-quality output.

• Maintain and uphold brand standards across all designs, ensuring a cohesive visual identity.

• Update and refine existing design assets to meet current branding guidelines.

• Work closely with other designers, marketing professionals, and clients to brainstorm and execute design solutions.

• Present design concepts and receive feedback to make necessary adjustments and improvements.

• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Keep abreast of project timelines and communicate effectively with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education:

• Associates degree in communications, journalism, graphic design or a related field.

Experience:

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in public engagement, community outreach and graphic design.

Knowledge, Skill & Abilities (KSAs):

• Ability to write professionally at a high level; prior AP-style writing experience required.

• Basic photography/photo editing skills.

• Experience using a content management system.

• Ability to understand the media environment to facilitate accurate and timely dissemination of information to the public.

• Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information at all times.

• Ability to work independently with limited supervision, relative autonomy, and general review.

• Ability to self-start; assume ownership in setting goals.

• Requires strong knowledge using office-related and communication software.

• Utilize good time management skills and effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks/initiatives.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in communication, journalism, or related field.

Experience:

• A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in public engagement, community outreach and graphic design.

Knowledge, Skill & Abilities (KSAs):

• Experience using the Adobe software suite for design.

General Information

Position Type, and Typical Hours of Work:

• Full-Time | Regular | 40 hours per week.

• Hybrid schedule: Three days in the office and two days working from home.

• Subject to early mornings, late evenings, weekends and holidays at times, depending upon the project or workload.

Salary:

• Commensurate with experience, based on 26 pay periods.

Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure:

Most assignments will be performed in an office, meeting, or operations command center environment, but some field work may be required. May be required to work extended work hours during activation of disaster recovery operations for an unspecified length of time (varies based on the extent of the event).

This position requires bending, stooping, and lifting up to 25 lbs., frequent walking, standing, sitting, reaching, and ascending/descending stairs.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

FEATURED BENEFITS:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.

• Wellness.

• Professional development opportunity.

• Flexible spending account.

• 457 deferred compensation plans.

• Retirement pension (TCDRS).

• Transportation assistance (Metro Ride Sponsor Program).

• Disability and life insurance.

• Harris County is a Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

BENEFITS

Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.

The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:

• Medical Coverage

• Dental Coverage

• Vision Coverage

• Wellness Plan

• Life Insurance

• Long-term disability

• Employee Assistance Program

• Ten (10) days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service

• Accrual rates increase based on years of service

• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays and one (1) floating holiday

• Professional development opportunities

• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

• Healthcare Reimbursement Account

• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:

• Retirement Pension (TCDRS)
• Flexible schedule (varies by department)
• Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.

For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:

https://benefitsathctx.com/

01

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?

• High School or GED diploma

• Associate Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree or higher

• None of the above

02

If you selected a college degree in response to the previous question, which of the following best describes your major?

• Communications

• Journalism

• Graphic design

• Related field

• Unrelated field.

03

How many years of experience do you have in public engagement, community outreach and graphic design?

• 10 years or more

• 7-9 years

• 5-6 years

• 2-4 years

• 1 year

• Less than 1 year

• None of the above

04

Please provide details about your verifiable experience in Public Engagement.

05

Please provide details about your verifiable experience in Graphic Design.

06

Which of the following best describes your photography/photo editing skills?

• Proficient

• Intermediate

• Basic

• None of the above

Required Question

Agency Harris County

Address 1111 Fannin St

Ste. 600

Houston, Texas, 77002

Phone 713-274-5445

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx