CITY OF SANTA MARIA, CALIFORNIA
GRAPHICS TECHNICIAN
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JOB TITLE: Graphics Technician DEPARTMENT: City Wide
CLASSIFICATION: Non Exempt UNIT: G GRADE: 440
UPDATED: August 2024 LEVEL: Individual Contributor
SUMMARY / IDENTIFYING CHARACTERISTICS:
Under the general direction of an assigned supervisor, the Graphics Technician is responsible for planning, designing, and producing a wide range of graphic materials to effective ly communicate and market programs, products, a nd services of the City of Santa Maria. This position supports outreach communication efforts by creating visual graphic content and coordinating scheduled publishments in print, displays, social media, and other platforms. This role involves creating camera ready artwork, and overseeing the use of various media platforms, including social media, to convey impactful messages to the targeted audience.
This classification is currently in multiple divisions and departments across the City . Supervision is not normally a responsibility of this classification but may act as lead worker for temporarily assigned employees, or special projects.
The Graphics Technician position is an Individual Contributor role that provides marketing graphics an d engaging imagery to promote programs and services offered by the City. The role informs Santa Maria residents about the high-quality enrichment opportunities available and encourages community participation.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
These duties are a representative example; position assignments may vary depending on the business needs of the department and organization.
This position:
Designs, prepares, and schedules displays, exhibits, and publications in print and on social media to promote City sponsored services, programs, and events. Serves as a department consultant on design aspects for communication of programs, products, and services.
Designs, reviews, and makes edits to graphic materials to ensure they are ready for production and/or display.
Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to effectively convey messages and maintain a strong customer service orientation.
Scope of assigned area will depend on departmental structure and is at the discretion of the Director.
Upholds the values of the organization and has a strong customer service orientation. Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.
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Demonstrates regular, reliable and punctual attendance.
Positions assigned to the Recreation and Parks Department may:
Provide creative writing for graphic content to effectively advertise subject matter Coordinate in-house and outsourced production and ensures deliverables are cost-effective and within the Department’s budget.
Captures photographs of subject matter at pertinent locations for publication and maintains an organized catalog using City resources.
Prioritize multiple design projects to meet Department deadlines. Maintain an inventory of graphic supplies and equipment.
Positions assigned to the Library may:
Prepare and schedule displays and art exhibits.
Photograph pertinent locations or subject matter for documentation, reproduction, and exhibits. Develop cost estimates and technical reports for projects, ensuring all designs are cost effective. Oversee the supplies budget for production.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Individual Contributor:
Incumbents should have a solid foundation of the following core competencies identified by the organization to be essential and listed in order of importance (click the hyper link to see the full definition Individual Contributor Competencies):
Team Player - Effective performers are team oriented, share resources, respond to requests, and support a spirit of cooperative effort.
Customer Orientation - Effective performers are in touch with community needs and review the organization through the eyes of Santa Maria residents. They go out of their way to anticipate needs.
Integrity - Effective performers think and act ethically and honestly, take responsibility for their actions and foster a work environment where integrity is rewarded. Communicativeness - Effective performers recognize the essential value of continuous information exchange and the competitive a dvantage it brings. They actively seek information from a variety of sources and disseminate it in a variety of ways. They use modern technologies to access and circulate information, even across great distances. They take responsibility for ensuring that their people have the current and accurate information needed for success.
Initiative - Effective performers are proactive and take action without being prompted. They do not wait to be told what to do or when to do it. They see a need, take responsibility , and act on it. They make things happen.
Composure - Effective performers maintain emotional control, even under ambiguous or stressful circumstances, and demonstrate emotions appropriate to the situation.
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Functional/Technical Expertise - Effective perfor mers are knowledgeable and skilled in a functional specialty (e.g., finance, public works, planning, information technology, human resources, etc.), and remain current in their area of expertise. Problem Solving & Decision Making - Effective performers ide ntify problems, solve them, act decisively, and show good judgment.
Learning Agility - Effective performers continuously seek new knowledge, are curious, learn quickly, and use new information effectively.
Drive/Energy - Effective performers have a high level of energy and are ambitious and passionate about their role. They have stamina and endurance to maintain a fast pace.
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
Ideally, two years of paid experience in graphic design will be accepted in lieu of a degree; and Graduation from high school.
An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. College level courses in art, drawing, graphic design, etc., are desired. Current technical/professional knowledge of complex principles, methods, standards and techniques associated with the scope of work of a recognized profession, such as:
o Graphic design, typography, copywriting, layout, illustration, and use of color. o Computer graphics software.
o Knowledge of social media functions including content creation and publishing. o Effective verbal and interpersonal communication skills. o Microsoft Office Suite (or equivalent).
o Adobe Creative Cloud.
o Use of computer and other office equipment effectively. Desired licenses and/or certifications associated with the assignment.
Possession of a valid and appropriate Driver License. Must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record and meet City liability requirements to drive for City business. Requires completion of a background investigation to the satisfaction of the City. The incumbent must meet the physical requirements of the job class and have mobility, balance, coordination, vision, hearing and dexterity levels appropriate to the duties to be performed.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
May require completion of a pre-employment physical to the satisfaction of the City. Reasonable accommodation(s) for an individual with a qualified disability will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
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EMPLOYEE CONFIRMATION
☐I have read and understand the job description for my position. I am able to perform all the essential functions of this position. I agree to comply with City policies and all laws, rules, regulations and standards of conduct related to my position.
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