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Graphic Designer - IAH

Salary

$27.10 - $30.78 Hourly

Location

Houston, TX

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

37597

Department

Houston Airport System

Division

HAS- 1378 -IAH Management

Opening Date

11/21/2025

Closing Date

11/27/2025 11:59 PM Central

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications will be accepted from: All Persons Interested

Division/ Section: HAS Sm. Construction - Maintenance

Workdays & Hours: Monday to Friday 6:00am – 2:30pm *(Subject to change)

PURPOSE OF DIVISION

The purpose of the Houston Airport System (HAS) Maintenance, Insource Maintenance Services, business unit is to effectively deliver self-performed maintenance services at each of the three HAS airports.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The purpose of the Graphic Designer – Sm. Construction Maintenance, is to ensure and create visual concepts, develop layouts, and produce designs and signage, construct, install, and maintain in a manner commensurate with maximizing value to our customers. Functions are performed in a manner which applies the most innovation and appropriate engineering and financial principles within the three HAS airports.

"Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required”.

The GRAPHIC DESIGNER responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

+ Plans, researches and develops concepts for a variety of projects requiring graphic arts, such as pamphlets, posters, brochures and displays; may use conventional methods and photography.

+ Using computers as well as conventional methods, designs and produces a wide variety of graphic art and promotional materials.

+ Plans, researches and develops concepts for visual communications such as publications, print, displays and electronic media.

+ Plans, researches and develops concepts for a variety of projects requiring graphic arts, such as pamphlets, posters, brochures and displays; may use conventional methods and photography.

+ Attends project-planning meetings with clients, contractors, team members, supervisors and other professionals involved.

+ During the design process, consults and discusses with the applicable members about materials, layout, specifications and product.

+ Assembles and prepares charts, graphs, signs and maps to designated scale; produces still and animated computer graphic formats for video presentations; designs and installs exhibits and displays; may photograph subjects for promotional purposes.

+ May provide aesthetic and technical direction to others assisting in the projects.

+ May act as project leader or designer for multimedia presentations such as the internet, interactive compact disks and videos.

+ May photograph layouts and develop negatives and prints to produce layout photographs.

+ May select and requisition materials and supplies.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 20 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required. There are occasional discomforts from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve occasional exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions. Requires the ability to make fairly complex coordinated and sequenced motor movements in response to quickly changing external stimuli.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

An Associate's degree in Graphic Arts or a closely related field, or certification/licensing in a technical specialty program of at least two years is required.

EXPERIENCE:

Two years of experience in graphic design, using a computer and conventional methods, are required.

Two years of professional graphic design experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

May require a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

PREFERENCES

+ Experience with specific design software (Illustrator, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite Etc.)

+ Skills in both Print and Digital media

+ Candidates should demonstrate artistic skills, an eye for aesthetics, and the ability to translate ideas into compelling visuals

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION – YES

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Pay Grade 17

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (281-233-1043). If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. If you need special services or accommodations, call (281-233-1043). (TTY 7-1-1). Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume along with their completed application when applying. For further information pertaining to the Houston Airport System, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDWLV\_sJFoM.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is 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, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

+ Medical

+ Dental

+ Vision

+ Wellness

+ Supplemental Insurance

+ Life insurance

+ Long-term disability

+ Retirement pension

+ 457 deferred compensation plan

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ 10 days of vacation each year

+ 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday

+ Compensable Sick Leave

+ Personal Leave

+ Flexible schedules

+ Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions

+ Professional development opportunities

+ Transportation/parking plan

+ Section 125 pretax deductions

+ Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

+ Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves

+ Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Are you a Houston Airport System employee?

+ Yes

+ No

03

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

+ Less than High School diploma

+ High School diploma/GED

+ Associate's degree or higher

04

Please indicate the degree concentration you obtained ("See Resume" is not acceptable, if statement does not apply, please insert N/A)

05

Please provide the name of the schools you attended and obtained your degree or certification/licensing in a technical specialty program.

06

How many years of experience do you have in a graphic design?

+ Less than 2 years

+ 2 years but less than 4 years

+ 4 years but less than 6 years

+ 6 years or more

+ No experience

07

How many years of experience do you have in a graphic design?

+ Indesign

+ Illustrator

+ Photoshop

+ After Effects

+ Premiere

+ Canvas

+ CMS Platforms Like Wordpress, Drupal

+ Final Cut Pro

+ None of the above

08

Based on your selection on Q#7, please provide your experience with the programs selected.

09

Do you have experience in working closely with financial teams to ensure that design operations are cost-effective, adhering to budget constraints while still achieving high-quality outputs?

+ Yes

+ No

10

If you answer Yes, to Q#9, please provide a brief explanation in working closely with financial teams to ensure that design operations are cost-effective, adhering to budget constraints.

11

Do you have experience in collaborating with engineers, architects, and other professionals to integrate graphic design work into broader projects or infrastructures in a way that meets both artistic and functional needs? If No experience, please enter N/A.

12

Please share examples of your work that showcase your graphic design skills with Interior Airport signage and exterior boulevard signage. If No experience, please indicate N/A.

13

What is your experience with designing Signage for both print and digital media? If No experience, please indicate N/A.

14

Do you have experience designing Boulevard signage project?

+ Yes

+ No

15

For Q#14, Name the steps you take to design a boulevard signage project from start to finish?

16

What steps or software do you use to create a visual concept for new signage for approving?

17

Do you have a valid and current Driver's license?

+ Yes

+ No

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