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Job Description and Duties

Under the supervision of the lead graphic designer and/or exhibit designer, the graphic designer will create an overall visual theme for exhibits, will create text panels, work with photos and text, create banners, illustrations, and/or educational graphics for exhibits.

This position requires someone who is proficient with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, has good illustration skills, is organized, flexible, self-motivated, can follow direction, meet quick deadlines, and work long or irregular hours. Applicant should be familiar with working on a large format printer and possess the ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. Work performed may include clerical tasks such as answering telephones and correspondence, meeting with clients and vendors, online research for exhibit content, and writing interpretive exhibit text. The graphic designer should have the ability to maintain good working files, possess good communication skills and be able to work in a team environment.

Applicant must submit a State Application (678), a portfolio or link of your work, and a resume with cover letter.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

  • Periodic Overtime.
  • May be required to respond after work hours.
  • Operates heavy motorized vehicles.
  • Works at elevated heights.
  • Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, kneeling, bending, and lifting.
  • May be exposed to extreme temperatures, airborne dust, fumes, vapors, chemicals, medical waste and blood borne pathogen.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

  • STATE FAIR WORKER, CASUAL EMPLOYMENT (VARIOUS)

Additional Documents

  • Job Application Package Checklist
  • Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-412076

Position #(s):

313-420-5999-XXX

Working Title:

State Fair Worker - Graphic Design

Classification:

STATE FAIR WORKER, CASUAL EMPLOYMENT (VARIOUS)

$17.00 - $27.00

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Non-Tenured, Intermittent

Department Information

The California Exposition and State Fair (Cal Expo) mission is to create and provide a State Fair experience reflecting California including its industries, agriculture, and diversity of its people, traditions and trends shaping its future through competitions, exhibits, events, displays, entertainment and education during the State Fair and throughout the year.

Department Website: https://calexpostatefair.com/

Special Requirements

  • The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
  • The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
  • Participation in DMV Pull Notice Program
  • Along with your application, you must submit a portfolio or link of your work and a resume with cover letter. 

APPLICATION PACKAGES RECEIVED WITHOUT THE ABOVE REQUESTED DOCUMENTS WILL BE REJECTED.

Application Instructions

Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: Until Filled

Who May Apply

This is a non-testing Classification, therefore, anyone meeting the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification may apply for this position. Individuals in specific programs, such as the Welfare to Work Program, are encouraged to apply and will be given priority according to the applicable Laws and Rules. Please note on your application your current participation in these programs.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

CA Exposition and State Fair

Attn: Human Resources 81# 24-005

1600 Exposition Boulevard

Sacramento, CA95815

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

CA Exposition and State Fair

Human Resources 81# 24-005

1600 Exposition Boulevard

Sacramento, CA95815

Closed on weekends and State Holidays

09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 required and must be included.
  • Other -
  • A portfolio is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for portfolio instructions.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Practical knowledge of:
  • Adobe Suite
  • Photoshop
  • InDesign
  • Illustrator
  • Microsoft Office Suites
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and ability to multi-task
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to work independently or cooperatively in a group setting
  • Ability to maintain proper computer files
  • Ability to work weekends, holidays, and long and irregular shifts
  • Ability to work in uncomfortable weather conditions and temperatures
  • Ability to keep a clean and safe working environment
  • Ability to maintain valid driver’s license
  • Ability to perform research, conduct fact checks, write text for exhibit informational panels and perform outreach
  • Familiarity with large format printers, ability to operate and maintain small, medium and large printers
  • Knowledge of mounting of photos and graphics, cutting to size, and preparing for display
  • Exceptional attendance, punctuality, and dependability
  • Outstanding customer service skills, ability to work well with others, outside vendors and clients, exhibit tact and diplomacy in verbal and written communications, ability to maintain confidentiality, and possess a strong work ethic
  • Experience performing clerical work

Benefits

As a Non-Tenured, Intermittent seasonal employee you will receive the following benefits:

  • Part-Time, Seasonal & Temporary (PST) Retirement Program
  • Paid Sick Leave

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website:https://calexpostatefair.com/

Human Resources Contact:

Human Resources 81#24-005

(916) 263-3114

personnel@calexpo.com

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

EEO Officer

(916) 263-3114

personnel@calexpo.com

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Important Application Instructions:

The STD. 678 is required, and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. For mailed or hand delivered applications to be considered for this position, you are required to include the Job Control (JC-412076), 81# 24-005 and title of the position (State Fair Worker Graphic Design) on the State application (STD. 678) form.

Electronic applications through your Cal Career Account are highly recommended. 

NOTE: Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State Application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

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