• Graphic Design Associate

    City of New York (New York, NY)


    Job Description

    *ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*

     

    NYC Parks’ Media Education Unit provides high-quality digital resources and creative learning opportunities for all. Our community education spaces are located within Recreation Centers across the five boroughs and are accessible with Recreation membership. Through the TechOpps certification program, members can develop industry-standard skills in a variety of programs. TechOpps Digital Media Certification is a signature program offering high-level Adobe Creative Suite certification.

    Major Responsibilities

    - Under general supervision of Program Manager, with latitude for independent initiative and judgment, coordinate and facilitate graphic design learning and oversee the daily operations of Media Education’s TechOpps Adobe certification program.

     

    - Organize a schedule of graphic design certification workshops for the signature Media Education program, TechOpps.

     

    - Ensure that TechOpps programming follows citywide seasonal room schedules and allows for enough time for students to practice and prepare to take the certification exam for the corresponding graphic design software.

     

    - Attend staff development and provide leadership, training and expertise to Media Education Associates, volunteers, and interns.

     

    - Prepare workshop participants to take exams in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and/or Adobe InDesign.

     

    - Monitor and track program participation.

     

    - Respond to email and phone inquiries regarding Media Education’s TechOpps programming. Refer inquiries to the appropriate staff member for follow-up.

     

    How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 716369.

     

    All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.

     

    *Current Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume.

     

    Work Location: Citywide

     

    NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. References will be required upon request.

     

    nyc.gov/parks

     

    MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

     

    For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)

    COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE - 56057

    Qualifications

    Qualification Requirements

    1. High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; or

    2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.

     

    Additional Information

     

    The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

     

    Salary Min: $ 44,545.00

     

    Salary Max: $ 74,134.00