Graphic Designer III

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the IT Manager, the Graphic Designer III (GD III) is an advance journeyperson that performs the most complex graphic design projects for the CMD. The GD III is responsible for designing, producing, and managing a comprehensive range of graphic design and print production materials for the organization. The incumbent manages digital imaging projects, web and SharePoint content, print production workflows, and overall program management. Designs and produces various work products including posters, flyers, brochures, forms, charts, and newsletters while performing image scanning, importing, modification, and retouching work.

The GD III develops digital images and media for publication on public websites and intranet platforms while assisting in layout development. Interprets agency standards and prepares layouts for various printed materials, managing color correction and electronic file preparation for multi-color process printing with proper color specifications. Additionally, the incumbent manages materials procurement, schedules graphics projects for organizational events, establishes standards and templates, and oversees workflows for all print and graphics projects.

Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) hours each month.  For more details about , visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in accordance with 2 CCR §249.3.

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Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in an artificially lighted and climate-controlled office. Working location: 10601Bear Hollow Drive , Rancho Cordova, CA 95670.

Visa sponsorship: CMD is not an E-Verify employer and does not offer visa sponsorship.  All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of appointment. 

Special Requirements

Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors.  

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Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• A certification or degree from an accredited or recognized professional institute or body in the program areas of art, design, visual communications, and computer graphics; and neatness.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Headquarters also offers:

• Free gated on-site parking.
• Free on-site gym.
• On-site cafe, deli and grill.

CMD offers a competitive pay schedule and a work-life balance for all its employees.  The State of California provides comprehensive benefits packages determined by the employee’s bargaining unit and conditions of employment.  Some benefits include:

• Alternate work schedules
• Flexible work hours
• Remote work options
• Lodging & camping
• Medical benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid holidays and a defined benefit retirement program
• More than three weeks of vacation/sick leave for staff
• Health insurance in retirement
• Employee Assistance Program

Employees from the University of California (UC) or California State University (CSU) may be eligible to transfer prior service credit to State of California employment through CalPERS.

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Additional Application Requirements

Possession of Minimum Qualifications (MQs) will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment.  If you are meeting MQs with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment.  If it is determined an applicant does not meet the MQs, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position.  Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.  

Any documents you submit for a job vacancy such as your state application, resume, cover letter, educational transcripts, etc. SHOULD NOT contain any confidential information, including your Social Security Number (SSN).

Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of US course/degree equivalency.  Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES – National Association of Credential Evaluation Services .

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications is REQUIRED and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. Applications received without an SOQ based on the instructions below will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the Statement of Qualifications.
  • Restate each question in full prior to providing a response.
  • Do not abbreviate or reword the questions. 
  • Include the applicant’s name, Job Control Number, and “Statement of Qualifications” at the top right of the first page. 
  • Maximum two (2) pages, must be single-spaced. 
  • Arial size 11 font 
  1. Please describe your approach when working with a challenging client. What strategies do you use to ensure expectations are clearly defined to avoid unnecessary follow up meetings caused by misunderstandings?
  2. Please describe the most complex graphics project you have undertaken. What factors contributed to its complexity? In hindsight, is there anything you would approach differently?