Staff Assistant - Graphic Design (PT Unbenefited)

Job Description:

Staff Assistant - Graphic Design (PT Unbenefited)

Description

Definition

The Staff Assistant - Graphic Designer is an entry-level position in the Recreation & Community Services Department . Under the direction of the Marketing and Outreach Coordinator, this position is responsible for the design and production of print and electronic marketing materials for a variety of audiences.

Employment Details:

• T emporary, part-time and unbenefited position
• Maximum 20 hours per week

Examples of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• General assistance with administrative tasks in the Marketing area.
• General assistance preparing for and tabling at outreach events.
• Design and produce posters, flyers, postcards, advertisements, brochures, signage, programs, web updates and
  social media posts for a variety of events, classes and programs within Recreation and for other City departments
• Design logos and branding as needed for high profile events and programs while adhering to a Department style guide.

Typical Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum age at the time of hire is 18 years old.
• No work experience is required

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Work experience in graphic design, photography, CSS/HTML, video editing, or copyediting
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Conversational fluency in Spanish, Vietnamese or Chinese preferred.
• Some college coursework in graphic design, photography, film, or a related field is preferred.

Knowledge of:

• Graphic Design and web design principles, best practices, and targeting design to different audiences
• Graphic applications and publishing tools such as Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
• Strong organizational skills and good attention to detail

Ability to:

• Prioritize and complete incoming marketing assignments
• Multitask and work well under tight deadlines
• Take art direction and make revisions as requested
• Work with diverse internal clients
• Strong communication skills in English (both written and verbal).

Supplemental Information

SELECTION PROCESS
The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.
Please note: The examination process (including dates) may be changed as deemed necessary by the Human Resources Department. Meeting the minimum requirements listed in this job description does not guarantee advancement in subsequent phases of the selection process.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment. Essential duties require prolonged sitting, computer use, and telephone use in an office environment and be able to reach, squat, lift, and carry up to 25 pounds. Work is typically accomplished in an indoor environment with heavy public contact.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Milpitas will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the Human Resources Department.

The City of Milpitas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

City of Milpitas Temporary/ Seasonal Employee* Benefits at a Glance

Retirement Benefits
Federal law requires that employees who are not members of the City retirement plan (CalPERS) be covered under an alternate retirement plan (PARS).
6% of your salary will be deducted for participation in the PARS plan. The City will also contribute 1.5% of your earnings to your PARS account every pay period.

Paid Time Off
In accordance with State Law, after 90 days, Temporary/Seasonal employees receive 40 hours to use for sick leave.

Work and Life
Temporary/Seasonal employees are eligible for membership at the Milpitas Sports Center.
Temporary/Seasonal employees are eligible for membership in Commonwealth Credit Union, which offers a broad range of financial and investment services.
Temporary/Seasonal employees may qualify for Transportation Reduction Incentive Program (TRIP) cash incentive or transit subsidies based on their commute method.

Health Insurance (Not available to most Temporary/Seasonal Employees)
Temporary employees in a non-clerical position hired in the Planning, Engineering and Building Divisions may qualify for participation in CalPERS health, Delta Dental and Vision. (per Res. 7062) o Multiple plans available through CalPERS Health; plans with Kaiser rate or lower are paid by the City.
Delta Dental: City paid
Vision: City paid

*Temporary/Seasonal employees are limited to work no more than 1000 hours per Fiscal Year.

Closing Date/Time: 6/8/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$18.20 - $27.39 Hourly