The Office of the Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder and Chief Election's Officer is seeking a Graphics Specialist to perform skilled information design using a variety of desktop publishing systems. The work may also include some graphics design and layout. The position will work closely with departmental staff to define needs, evaluate alternatives, and develop the most effective educational and informational materials to represent the Office.
The ideal candidate is proficient with multiple desktop publishing/graphics programs such as InDesign, Illustrator, and PhotoShop and presentation software such as PowerPoint. Also, the ideal candidate will have success managing and meeting multiple deadlines and will have strong skills in proofreading materials for format, spelling, and grammar.
The current position is a full-time, temporary (extra-help) position. The graphics specialist hired for the position will be a key contributor to the 2024 Presidential General Election. It is anticipated the project will be ongoing for up to a year.
Extra-help positions are at-will assignments, paid on an hourly basis. Some extra-help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment.
Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:
This is an open recruitment. Anyone may apply. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis. The position can be filled at any time.
Application materials will be reviewed, and well-qualified candidates will be contacted by the department for an interview. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.
TO APPLY FOR THIS EXCITING POSITION, please submit the following materials:
1. Resume
2. Responses to the Supplemental Questions listed below: