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Job 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 -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Milpitas
Show moreLocated at the southern tip of the San Francisco Bay, the City of Milpitas is a progressive community that is an integral part of the high tech Silicon Valley. With a very diversified resident population of nearly 80,000, the City of Milpitas sees the
role of every employee as being committed to accomplishing the community’s vision by providing fiscally sound, superior services.
Milpitas is the 8th fastest growing city in the United States according to the US Census Bureau and the 2nd fastest growing in California. We are home to an industrious and well educated community with an average household income
exceeding the County average. The homeownership rate is close to 70% and Milpitas’ housing market remains affordable relative to the majority of Santa Clara County.
Milpitas is often called the “Crossroads of Silicon Valley” with most of its 13.63 square miles of land situated between two major freeways (I-880 and I-680), State Route 237, and a County expressway. With existing light rail and a recently opened
BART extension, the transit hub adjacent to the Great Mall facilitated high density transit oriented development with over 1,000 units being built. There are approximately 1,790 acres, or 2.9 square miles designated for various industrial uses.
There are eight existing industrial parks and 550 manufacturing plants in Milpitas. The City provides a multitude of outstanding recreational opportunities, including aquatics, cultural arts and theater, sports leagues and activities, youth programming and senior activities and services.
The City of Milpitas is a full service City with water utility, sewer utility, police and fire services. The City Council makes the ultimate planning and policy decisions for residents, and oversees the City’s almost $192 million budget with 439 full-time
employees. There are 14 advisory commissions on which residents can participate –the Planning Commission, Arts Commission, Youth Advisory Commission, Library Advisory Commission and Senior Advisory Commission to name a few. Issues challenging the City and Commissions include development, quality of life, and
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