The Position

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The purpose of this posting is to gather interest for future opportunities. Please note there may not be an existing vacancy at the time of your submission. You will be notified when your lateral transfer materials are submitted to a bureau(s) for consideration. Please note, you may be contacted multiple times regarding interview opportunities. This posting is only for current internal City of Portland employees.

Union Representation: Professional Technical Employees, Local 17 (PROTEC17). To view this labor agreement, please click here.

Bureau of Development Services: The graphic designer II will perform a wide variety of graphics and other communication-related tasks, from routine to complex. Projects assigned to this position will vary and include graphics development (both print and digital) as well as design of a wide variety of documents, brochures, online content, reports, charts, maps, presentations, signage, flyers, posters, and more. This position will also assist with having content translated into multiple languages and will perform some basic photography and video production work.

This position will be part of the BDS Communications Team which provides internal and external communication services to the entire bureau. The team provides long-term strategic support for bureau communication efforts, project and change support for major and minor process improvement efforts and responds to communication service work requests.

As a Graphic Designer II, you will:

• Write and edit content and produce graphics for social media, web, email communications, and other targeted digital messaging
• Organize and maintain communication collateral such as design files for digital forms and brochures, presentations, signs, graphics, etc.
• Be proficient working in a Windows-based platform.
• Provide advanced level skills in Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premiere Pro or Rush. In addition, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, and PowerPoint) and Acrobat Pro to support:
  • Layout of documents, brochures, presentations, signage and more.
  • Editing PDFs
  • Create and update forms (interactive PDFs)
  • Knowledge of vector-based images and logos
  • Creation of documents, presentations, and spreadsheets using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • Photo and video editing and curation
• Create social media content for platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube to communicate with the public. Responsibilities may include assisting with the development and publishing of content including creating events, daily posts, etc.
• Design email content using a mass HTML email provider, such as Mailchimp, Emma, Constant Contact, GovDelivery, etc. (The Bureau of Development Services will be using GovDelivery exclusively for its email newsletter content starting not later than January 2024.)

About the Bureau of Development Services
Our Equity Commitment:
The Bureau of Development Services is committed to eliminating racism and all discriminatory practices in our services and in our workplace because we understand the positive value of equitable systems.

Equity: Conditions that allow everyone to flourish so that race, gender, ability and/or other held identities do not determine access or outcomes.

To learn more about The Bureau of Development Services equity commitment - please review our equity commitment:

Portland Bureau of Transportation: As a member of the Portland Bureau of Transportation’s Communications Team, the graphic designer produces a wide variety of graphic materials in various media related to the Bureau of Transportation’s work. The person in this position will also ensure that graphic designs produced by other divisions within the bureau and by outside vendors follow the bureau’s established branding and visual identity.

What you'll get to do:

• Produce logos, graphs, charts, maps, animated gifs, PowerPoint presentations, and more
• Consult with clients to determine project objectives, gather information, and develop design options and specifications, estimate materials, equipment, budget, and time schedules to complete projects
• Coordinate the production and reproduction of graphic materials on assigned projects
• Prepare layouts of final graphics and copy for reproduction; setting up digital graphic files for prepress; as well as providing website support using the city’s Drupal content management system and designing graphics for web and social media use.
• Contribute to the conceptualization of marketing, public information and other communications and public engagement campaigns.

Who you are:

• Project Manager: You proactively stay on top of design trends and best practices, as well as develop a deep, conceptual understanding of client needs.
• Organized: You can work on a multitude of tasks and understand/react to various situations in a fast-paced work environment.
• Problem Solver: You are a creative problem solver that can identify problems early & utilize active listening & effective communication to find resolutions.
• Flexible: You have an ability to remain flexible, agile, and calm in a high paced environment that relies on quick and stable decision making.
• Strong Communicator: You have confidence in your work, are motivated to grow your skills and have a thirst for feedback.
• Equity Focused: So much of what we do within the City involves pausing and looking at each project through an equity lens. Your experience with ensuring projects, reports, etc. are equitable and accessible is very helpful

Questions
Contact:
Bureau of Human Resources
inboxrecruitment@portlandoregon.gov

To Qualify

• Applicants must meet each of the following qualifications per HRAR 7.01:

• Hold regular status in this classification
• Passed probationary period

Or

• Hold limited duration status in this classification

The following are the knowledge, skills and abilities that the bureau has identified as critical and your resume should include/highlight these areas:

1. Ability and experience to independently coordinate assigned graphics and communication projects from concept to completion, reviewing work with managers and staff, and completing assigned projects within production deadlines.
2. Ability and experience demonstrating the talent to write and edit text for clarity and space allotment for both internal and external audiences. This includes copywriting, editing, and proofreading skills using the English language.
3. Ability and experience utilizing established design and branding guidelines, including adapting graphic projects as requested, and completing all assigned projects to strict graphic and accessibility standards.
4. Ability and experience in effectively conveying technical information through the utilization of visual aids and various multimedia platforms.
5. Experience communicating to different target audiences using creative and culturally appropriate design elements. Examples include designing to diverse cultures and communities who prefer a non-English language.
6. Experience tracking and completing requested changes on various sized projects, including information provided by multiple editors that demonstrate a high-level of accuracy.

Applicants must also:

• Provide a link to your online portfolio to be used during the selection (Interview) process.

The Recruitment Process

STEP 1: Apply online

Required Application Materials:

• Resume
• Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)
  • Your answers to the supplemental questions will be validated to ensure you meet the eligibility requirement per HRAR 7.01. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in ineligibility.

• In addition to your resume and supplemental response you will need to submit a link to your online portfolio to be used during the selection (Interview) process.

Optional Application Materials:

• If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc) by the closing date of the recruitment.

Application Tip

• Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis: Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience.
• Do not attach any additional documents.
• Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.
• All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.

Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Weekly

• A review of your eligibility will be conducted and validated. If you meet the eligibility requirements you will be placed on the lateral transfer eligible list. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 7.01 for complete information.
• Your résumé should support information that reflects the knowledge, skills and abilities identified in the To Qualify section. Resume is not used in determining eligibility to be placed on the transfer eligibility list, it will provide information for consideration in the selection process.
• You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you would like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information.
• Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.

Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Weekly

• Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked lateral transfer eligible list.

Step 4: Selection (Interview): Periodically

• Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview.
• There is no guarantee right to transfer into a vacant position.
• Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of your name being issued on a referral.

Step 5: Offer of Employment: To be determined upon referral and selection step outcomes.

Step 6: Start Date: To be determined upon referral and selection step outcomes.

• A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.

- Timeline is approximate and subject to change.

Additional Information

Click here for additional information regarding the following:

• Veteran Preference
• ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations
• Work Status
• Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Transfer List. The purpose of this posting is to gather interest for future opportunities. Please note there may not be an existing vacancy at the time of your submission. You will be notified when your lateral transfer materials are submitted to a bureau(s) for consideration. Please note, you may be contacted multiple times regarding interview opportunities. This posting is only for current internal City of Portland employees. Union Representation: Professional Technical Employees, Local 17 (PROTEC 17). To view this labor agreement, please click here. Bureau of Development Services: The graphic designer II will perform a wide variety of graphics and other communication-related tasks, from routine to complex. Projects assigned to this position will vary and include graphics development (both print and digital) as well as design of a wide variety of documents, brochures, online content, reports, charts, maps, presentations, signage, flyers, posters, and more. This position will also assist with having content translated into multiple languages and will perform some basic photography and video production work. This position will be part of the BDS Communications Team which provides internal and external communication services to the entire bureau. The team provides long-term strategic support for bureau communication efforts, project and change support for major and minor process improvement efforts and responds to communication service work requests. As a Graphic Designer II, you will:Write and edit content and produce graphics for social media, web, email communications, and other targeted digital messaging. Organize and maintain communication collateral such as design files for digital forms and brochures, presentations, signs, graphics, etc. Be proficient working in a Windows-based platform. Provide advanced level skills in Adobe Creative Suite: In. Design, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premiere Pro or Rush. In addition, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, and PowerPoint) and Acrobat Pro to support: Layout of documents, brochures, presentations, signage and more. Editing PDFs. Create and update forms (interactive PDFs)Knowledge of vector-based images and logos. Creation of documents, presentations, and spreadsheets using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Photo and video editing and curation. Create social media content for platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube to communicate with the public. Responsibilities may include assisting with the development and publishing of content including creating events, daily posts, etc. Design email content using a mass HTML email provider, such as Mailchimp, Emma, Constant Contact, Gov. Delivery, etc. (The Bureau of Development Services will be using Gov. Delivery exclusively for its email newsletter content starting not later than January 2024.)About the Bureau of Development Services. Our Equity Commitment:The Bureau of Development Services is committed to eliminating racism and all discriminatory practices in our services and in our workplace because we understand the positive value of equitable systems. Equity: Conditions that allow everyone to flourish so that race, gender, ability and/or other held identities do not determine access or outcomes. To learn more about The Bureau of Development Services equity commitment - please review our equity commitment: Portland Bureau of Transportation: As a member of the Portland Bureau of Transportation’s Communications Team, the graphic designer produces a wide variety of graphic materials in various media related to the Bureau of Transportation’s work. The person in this position will also ensure that graphic designs produced by other divisions within the bureau and by outside vendors follow the bureau’s established branding and visual identity. What you'll get to do:Produce logos, graphs, charts, maps, animated gifs, PowerPoint presentations, and more Consult with clients to determine project objectives, gather information, and develop design options and specifications, estimate materials, equipment, budget, and time schedules to complete projects. Coordinate the production and reproduction of graphic materials on assigned projects. Prepare layouts of final graphics and copy for reproduction; setting up digital graphic files for prepress; as well as providing website support using the city’s Drupal content management system and designing graphics for web and social media use. Contribute to the conceptualization of marketing, public information and other communications and public engagement campaigns. Who you are:Project Manager: You proactively stay on top of design trends and best practices, as well as develop a deep, conceptual understanding of client needs. Organized: You can work on a multitude of tasks and understand/react to various situations in a fast-paced work environment. Problem Solver: You are a creative problem solver that can identify problems early & utilize active listening & effective communication to find resolutions. Flexible: You have an ability to remain flexible, agile, and calm in a high paced environment that relies on quick and stable decision making. Strong Communicator: You have confidence in your work, are motivated to grow your skills and have a thirst for feedback. Equity Focused: So much of what we do within the City involves pausing and looking at each project through an equity lens. Your experience with ensuring projects, reports, etc. are equitable and accessible is very helpful Questions Contact:Bureau of Human Resourcesinboxrecruitment@portlandoregon.gov To Qualify Applicants must meet each of the following qualifications per HRAR 7.01: Hold regular status in this classification. Passed probationary period. Or Hold limited duration status in this classification. The following are the knowledge, skills and abilities that the bureau has identified as critical and your resume should include/highlight these areas:Ability and experience to independently coordinate assigned graphics and communication projects from concept to completion, reviewing work with managers and staff, and completing assigned projects within production deadlines. Ability and experience demonstrating the talent to write and edit text for clarity and space allotment for both internal and external audiences. This includes copywriting, editing, and proofreading skills using the English language. Ability and experience utilizing established design and branding guidelines, including adapting graphic projects as requested, and completing all assigned projects to strict graphic and accessibility standards. Ability and experience in effectively conveying technical information through the utilization of visual aids and various multimedia platforms. Experience communicating to different target audiences using creative and culturally appropriate design elements. Examples include designing to diverse cultures and communities who prefer a non-English language. Experience tracking and completing requested changes on various sized projects, including information provided by multiple editors that demonstrate a high-level of accuracy. Applicants must also:Provide a link to your online portfolio to be used during the selection (Interview) process.

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