Graphic Designer 1 (SG-14) (NYHELPS) Item # 00379

Duties Description

Independently complete a wide range of design and graphics projects; may supervise lower-level administrative support and other positions.

Graphic design, form creation, print production, customer service, and administrative tasks in support of the Reprographics Unit and Agency.

Minimum Qualifications

Civil Service exams are not required under the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (NY HELPS) Program:

Non-Competitive Qualifications for appointment under the NY HELPS Program:

For appointment to Graphic Designer 1, you must have:

Four years of experience conceptualizing, designing, and creating graphics to communicate messages for educational, commercial, or promotional purposes in print and electronic media.

Education Substitution:

• An associate degree may substitute for two years of experience listed above
• A bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of experience listed above
• A master’s degree may substitute for five years of experience listed above
• A doctorate may substitute for six years of experience listed above
  
  

Competitive Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in an art or design field such as art, drawing, painting, illustration, digital design, or interactive media;
  
  

OR

• Associate’s degree in the same field
  
  

AND

two (2) years of experience.

55b/55c Program appointment:

This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. For more information on this program, please visit the NYS Department of Civil Service website, 55b/c Recruitment Resources Center (ny.gov)

Additional Comments

Preferred Qualifications/Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Organized and able to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Computer/Software Proficiency and keyboarding/typing skills- Adobe Creative Suit, Microsoft Word and mail/merges in Microsoft Excel, and desire to learn new software as needed.
• Experience creating fillable forms in Microsoft Word and/or Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience mounting posters, using laminating equipment a plus.
• Diplomacy and good communication skills.
• Dependable-realize it is a small unit that must always be staffed.
• Ability to lead others within the unit would be preferred but not requirement.
  
  

Telecommuting: The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency’s mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee’s primary residence location, duties, and work performance are aligned with telecommuting and operational needs they may be allowed to do so. Generally, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period but may be approved to telecommute less.

Reasonable Accommodation: The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.

Equal Opportunity Employment: The Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers.

The Office of the State Comptroller does not participate in E-Verify or sponsor visa applications.

OSC offers competitive salaries and benefits, and opportunities for advancement, continuing education, and professional development. We provide a professional environment where employees are encouraged to push themselves while maintaining work-life balance. Our generous benefits package includes:

• A state pension with vesting after five years’ service
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance available to all employees and their dependents
• Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health care
• Productivity Enhancement Program (PEP), allowing eligible employees to exchange previously accrued leave in return for a credit to be applied toward their health insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• Holiday and paid time off
• Shift and geographic pay differentials
• A committed continuous learning environment
• Informational Brown Bag sessions
• Wellness at Work Programs to promote employee health and wellness
• OSC Mentoring Program to network, contribute, and provide an opportunity to strengthen competencies in a variety of areas
• And much more