Job Opening for Web and Graphic Designer (Public Information Specialist)- Extra Hire in Pierce County Washington (Tacoma, WA)

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Job Category :	Content Writing
Company Name:	Pierce County Washington
Position Name:	Web and Graphic Designer (Public Information Specialist)- Extra Hire
Location :	Tacoma, WA
Job Description :	DescriptionThis extra hire position is part time at 20 hours a week and is expected to last up to 6 months.Position SummaryWhy This is a Great Opportunity: This is a unique extra-hire opportunity within the Communications Department supporting the Planning and Public Works Department (PPW). This position will assist the department in engaging our community in projects and services that directly affect their daily life. The PPW Communications team consists of passionate and talented communicators. The variety of work assignments allows for creativity and innovation.Why It’s a Great Department: The Communications Department is a collaborative and team-oriented environment that works to provide outstanding service to our resident and internal clients. The team in the Communications office is filled with passionate, talented communicators. The variety of work assignments creates a dynamic and fast-paced environment.The Communications Department provides communication support to all three branches of Pierce County government. Our goal is to create engaging and timely information about programs, projects, activities and actions taken by elected officials and county leaders. To learn more about the Communications Department please visit our website.How to be Successful in the Role: Success will be measured by your ability to create quality design products, demonstrate the technical skills to accomplish tasks, and the effectiveness of the products you create. Immediate success will be measured by your ability to collaborate with others, establish good working relationships, demonstrate design skill that reflects the text of the content, gain an understanding of the department, and provide responsive service. We are seeking a candidate who has the ability to create well-designed web and graphic materials using a PC, the Adobe CreativeCloud and Civic Plus (or similar CMS). You should be a self-starter, motivated, highly-collaborative, and have a commitment to public service. Knowledge and skill in communications, teamwork, the ability to take feedback and implement as needed, HTML, CSS, UX/UI, photography using DSLR camera, video editing, marketing, and public relations will make you a great addition to the Communications team.Core Daily Responsibilities: *Design graphics and documents to support customer engagement, public relations, outreach and education campaigns, and inform the public on infrastructure projectsDesign and maintain webpages for both an internet and intranet siteQualificationsRecruiting Requirements: Graduation from an accredited four-year university or college with course work in Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations, Commercial Art, Business Administration or other closely related field (Visual Communications, Graphic Design) ANDTwo years experience directly related to the duties of the position ORAny equivalent combination of education and experienceSpecial Requirements/Qualifications: As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from considerationSupplemental InformationTo be considered for this opportunity please: Complete and submit an online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting “APPLY” above or go to: www.piercecountywa.gov/jobs.Attach a cover letter, resume, and a sample of your professional writing. Additionally, please provide a link to your online portfolio or a PDF so we can review your past work samples.If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.This is a competitive selection process. Your application form will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County’s needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 4 to 6 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include written, oral and performance examinations, and final interviews.At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a great place to live, work, and raise a family?Job Type: Part-time