Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyTemporary and Disability Assistance, Office of

TitleGraphic Designer 2

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

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

Salary RangeFrom $66951 to $85138 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

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

Location

County Albany

Street Address 40 North Pearl Street

Public Information Office

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12207

Job Specifics

Duties Description This position is a supervisory and/or lead designer level. The incumbent may supervise lower-level Graphic Designers and administrative support staff; personally handle or coordinate the largest, most visible, or highly creative graphics design projects. The incumbent may serve as the highest position for an active graphics design component that produces a variety of sophisticated products. Following the New York State Branding Guidelines, duties of the position will include but are not limited to:
• Work with agency customers to discuss and determine design strategies;

• Design, using Adobe Creative Suite, and create print materials, including but not limited to brochures, flyer's, palm cards, posters, and forms;

• Prepare design files for print;

• Work with printers and other media producers to ensure that jobs are produced and delivered as specified;

• Follow universal accessibility guidelines for documents and publications;

• Design custom graphics for use in agency communications;

• Create promotional and presentation materials for executive staff and outreach, including Power Point slide shows, signage, handouts, and similar materials;

• Design and update agency’s forms, manuals and Power Points using Microsoft Office Suite and/or Adobe Creative Suite;

• Design graphics for use with agency Web site, Web-based applications, and videos;

• Take photographs at OTDA events;

• Create motion graphics and animations for use on the website and social media platforms;

• Prepare and track information for purchase requests, including specifications, printer files and any other information required;

• Laminate, mount, and install various signage throughout the agency;

• File review when work is created by other offices to ensure accuracy and proper application of branding standards; and

• Manage and organize OTDA stock photo account.

Minimum Qualifications Non-Competitive Minimum 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.

Additional Comments A full-time, permanent non-competitive appointment will be made. A background check of the selected candidate will be required. If certified by Civil Service, mandatory reemployment list candidates must be considered first for appointment to this title.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Your resume must indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Non-specific submissions may be disqualified from further consideration if the information you provide does not meet the minimum qualifications.

Telecommuting up to 50% may be available in accordance with The Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance policy and can be discussed during the interview.

Interested candidates should submit their cover letter and resume to jobpostings@otda.ny.gov and reference posting number 26-009. DO NOT REFERENCE THE VACANCY ID NUMBER.

NYS OTDA seeks to promote a diverse workforce that is a representation of the various cultures, voices, backgrounds, ideas, and talents of the citizens and communities that we serve. In alignment with New York State’s Executive Orders 187 and 31, OTDA is committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering an inclusive workplace.

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

How to Apply

Name Recruitment Unit

Telephone

Fax (518) 474-9374

Email Address jobpostings@otda.ny.gov

Address

Street 40 North Pearl Street, 12B

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12243

 

Notes on ApplyingTo apply, please send a cover letter and resume. Interested applicants should send an email to Jobpostings@otda.ny.gov and reference posting #26-009. DO NOT REFERENCE THE VACANCY ID NUMBER.

You may be required to provide acceptable proof of education, experience, credential and/or license to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications for appointment to this position.

Applicants will be required to prove their eligibility for employment based upon acceptance of a position in accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

If you are a retiree currently receiving benefits, indicate this and the name of the retirement system in your response.

In accordance with state law, Governor’s Executive Order No. 6 and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance does not discriminate. If you require reasonable accommodation at the time of the interview, please contact OTDA's designee for reasonable accommodation at (518) 474-7284.