Graphic Designer III Job at Department of Water Resources, Sacramento County, CA

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  • Department of Water Resources
  • Sacramento County, CA

Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Work in a project lead capacity, creating and producing technical publications and design materials at the highest level for; print, on-line publishing, interpretive displays, and multi-media utilizing Adobe Creative Cloud. Serve as a high-level specialist responsible for the development and production of the most complex graphic design work with an emphasis on the approach, project management, design, production, and coordination for technical reports and public affairs materials. Responsible for the analysis and design development of data driven graphics for print, social media, and web. Preparation of files to meet ADA compliance requirements. Evaluate and develop overall communications strategies to inform and/or educate the public or to establish and/or enhance the department's communications projects, programs, and services.

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Special Requirements

Incumbent may be required to assemble, install, and remove temporary or permanent displays and/or exhibits for indoor or outdoor use. Duties require normal or corrected vision and normal color vision. Rarely, statewide travel is required. Ability to lift and transport materials, display systems, and equipment up to 30 lbs. may be required. Evening and weekend overtime work may be required.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:


T he ideal candidate must possess artistic and creative abilities, experience in digital design development and production, and preferably knowledge of traditional design production. Excellent communication skills are critical, both oral and written. Skills in the visual interpretation of technical data are highly beneficial. Knowledge on how to create simple motion graphics is a plus. The incumbent must also work cooperatively with others and exercise good judgment.

Benefits

Your work location will be at the Natural Resources Agency building, where you will be within walking distance of nearby restaurants. The Natural Resources Agency building is a high-rise that features sustainable construction, plenty of natural lighting, and functionally designed workspaces including sit-stand workstations. This LEED Platinum headquarters has a full-service cafe, an onsite fitness center, and a bicycle share program.  Visit our Natural Resources Agency website for more exciting information:

In addition to state-of-the-art amenities, we offer an award-winning employee recognition program, ongoing learning and development opportunities, and daycare facilities close by. We’re also located right next to Light Rail for an easy commute – we’ll even reimburse you for a portion of your monthly public transit pass!

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Personal Leave Program 2025: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit 

Special Instructions

To be considered, submit a completed State application (STD. 678), Cover letter, Resume and Statement of Qualifications (SOQ).  Please reference SAP Position #50096400 and Job Control # JC-521572 in the “examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying” section of your application.

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a narrative that addresses how your experience, training, and/or education relate to this position.  The SOQ must be no more than two pages, typed in Arial 12-point font using standard margins.

The following basis of eligibility will be considered: List eligibility, transfer, LEAP, reinstatement, and SROA/Surplus.

The hiring unit will receive only the documents specified in the Required Application Package Documents section. Resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

. This survey is for research purposes only and will not affect the application status.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is required and must be included.
  • Other - Cover Letter
  • Statement of Qualifications - See Special Instructions for additional details.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Temporary work, Afternoon shift

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