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Artist Illustrator 2

Salary

$44,890.00 - $67,678.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2025-24198-96560

Department

Department of Environmental Protection

Division

EP OS Cntnt Mgmt Div

Opening Date

05/07/2025

Closing Date

5/20/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

96560

Position Number

00077419

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

B1

Pay Group

ST05

Bureau / Division Code

00351410

Bureau / Division

Bureau of Office Services, Content Management Division

Worksite Address

400 Market Street

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17101

Contact Name

Julie Wolfrays

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

If you possess a natural talent for creativity and a strong desire to showcase your artistic skills, consider the position of Artist Illustrator 2 with the Department of Environmental Protection. This opportunity is perfect for individuals who are eager to create impactful art. Embrace the chance to showcase your unique artistic perspective while contributing significantly to our organization’s mission. Apply now and embark on a rewarding artistic journey with us!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will be tasked with creating and developing visual art projects aimed at promoting the initiatives of the Department of Environmental Protection. As an Artist Illustrator 2, your responsibilities will encompass a range of design activities, requiring proficiency in graphic design, illustration, typography, color theory, and art reproduction. The projects you will undertake include logo creation, publication design, infographics, social media advertisements, email campaigns, web graphics, story maps, custom illustrations, photography, posters, signage, and exhibits. Precision and specialized skills in graphic software and various art media are essential to deliver high-quality graphic designs and illustrations. You will collaborate with agency personnel to discuss project goals and devise innovative, efficient solutions to achieve the desired visual outcomes.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00077419) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment

+ Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.

+ Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days a week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.

+ Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $44,890 (before taxes).

+ You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ Two years as an Artist Illustrator I (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) ;or

+ T hree years of progressively responsible art experience, including illustration preparation and general display and exhibits work; and two years of formal training in fine arts or design.

+ Appropriate art experience may be substituted for the required training on a year-for-year basis.

Other Requirements:

+ You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

+ If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

+ Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

+ Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

+ Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] .

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

+ 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

+ Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

+ Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

+ Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

+ You must provide complete and accurate information or:

+ your score may be lower than deserved.

+ you may be disqualified.

+ You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.

+ Your results will be provided via email.

Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) !

See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator.

Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an Artist Illustrator 1 for two or more years full-time?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

03

How many years of full-time progressively responsible art experience, including illustration preparation and general display and exhibits work, do you possess?

+ 5 years or more

+ 4 to less than 5 years

+ 3 to less than 4 years

+ Less than 3 years

+ None

04

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

05

How much college coursework have you completed in Fine Arts (Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Film and Video, Photography, Sculpture, etc.) or Design (Architectural, Interior, Graphic Arts, Fashion, etc.)? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.org (”www.naces.org”target=_blank”) and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

+ 60 credits or more

+ 30 but less than 60 credits

+ Less than 30 credits

+ None

06

CS-INSTRUCTIONS You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .

+ Yes

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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - CREATES GRAPHIC DESIGNS

Creates graphic designs and prepares visual art projects to promote initiatives of the Department of Environmental including, but not limited to, logo design, publication design, infographics, email blasts, web graphics, posters, signs, and exhibits.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience creating graphic designs for promotional and informative forms, brochures, or other documents.

+ B. I have experience modifying already existing graphic designs for promotional and informative forms, brochures, or other documents.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to graphic design or art.

+ D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

08

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ Your experience creating graphic designs.

+ Your experience modifying graphic designs.

09

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

10

WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - REVIEWS PROOFS

Reviews and approves proofs for commercial print projects to ensure quality of print standards.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience reviewing print proofs. I was responsible for approving the final proof.

+ B. I have experience reviewing print proofs. I made recommendations for changes/approval, but someone else was responsible for the final approval.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to print design process.

+ D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

11

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ Your experience reviewing print proofs.

+ Your experience approving print proofs.

+ Your experience making recommendations for changes to proofs.

12

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

13

WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - DATA INPUT AND QUALITY

Inputs appropriate data in a prescribed format to meet data quality standards set forth by guidance, training, and policy across all of DEP’s (Department of Environmental Protection’s) electronic data systems; to include ensuring accuracy and completeness of entries, and where available, the use of system specific tools to ensure duplicative entries and data quality issues are minimized.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience inputting data. I was responsible for ensuring accuracy.

+ B. I have experience inputting data. Someone else was responsible for ensuring accuracy.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to data entry or analytics.

+ D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

14

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ Your experience inputting data.

+ Your experience ensuring accuracy of data.

15

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

16

WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - DRAWS ILLUSTRATIONS

Draws illustrations by hand using different mediums such as paint, pencil, pen, or ink. Applies principles of design and color theory to customized illustrations.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience drawing illustrations by hand using ALL the following mediums: paint, pencil, pen, and ink.

+ B. I have experience drawing illustrations by hand using at least TWO of the following mediums: paint , pencil, pen, or ink.

+ C. I have experience drawing illustrations by hand using ONE of the following mediums: paint, pencil, pen, or ink

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to illustration techniques or mediums.

+ E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

17

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ Your experience drawing illustrations – specify the type of medium(s) you used.

18

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title

+ Credits/Clock Hours

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov