Electronic Publishing Design Specialist 2

Initial Posting Date:
12/20/2023
Application Deadline:
01/07/2024
Agency:
Department of Revenue
Salary Range:
$3,948 - $6,025
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Electronic Publishing Design Specialist 2
Job Description:
Why Join Us
Oregon counts on us! Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide us as we serve Oregon taxpayers whose tax dollars support the critical infrastructure of Oregonians' daily lives.
Department of Revenue is recruiting for an Electronic Publishing Design Specialist 2 position. This is a Limited Duration position that is expected to end January 31, 2026. We are looking for talented, detail-oriented individuals to join our Information Technology Division in the Forms and Publications Unit. This position is headquartered in our Salem office; however, the successful candidate may be eligible for in state hybrid work. Hybrid work consists of performing duties onsite in a standard office environment and working remotely.
This is a limited duration appointment that is expected to end on or before January 31, 2026. Limited duration appointments are benefits eligible and have a designated maximum length of service. This position has the potential to become permanent.
In order to be considered for Department of Revenue recruitments, you must reside within (or be willing to relocate to) the state of Oregon or one of its metropolitan areas.
NOTE: Applicants invited for an interview should be prepared to present a personal portfolio of their work using InDesign for review at the time of interview.
What You Will Be Doing
Below is a sampling of job duties. It is not meant to encompass all duties.

• Uses design software to edit and create complex layouts for a variety of documents, including forms, instructions, publications, booklets, and manuals for the Oregon Department of Revenue.
• Analyzes new and existing documents and evaluates them for clarity, effectiveness, efficiency, and conformity to department requirements.
• Make fillable forms and post documents online.
• Maintains current knowledge of editing, forms design, Electronic Publishing, and consulting skills as necessary for this position through training, self-instruction, and online research.
• Consults with program representatives to help deliver information to targeted audiences.

For a complete position description contact Beverly RatheLeGurche @ beverly.a.rathelegurche@dor.oregon.gov.
This Is What You Need To Qualify
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Four years of graphics arts design production experience.
A Bachelor's or Associate degree in Graphic Arts may substitute for two years of experience.
A Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts with a minimum of 18 quarter (12 semester) hours of graphic arts courses may substitute for one year of the experience.
The top candidates on the list will have specialized training or experience in color separation and correction, scientific illustration, and/or graphics or web software.
Transcripts must be submitted for all required and/or related courses.
NOTE: Applicants invited for an interview should be prepared to present a personal portfolio of their work for review at that time.
The ideal candidate will possess the following desired skills and attributes:

• Knowledge of the use of a variety of software applications including Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (InDesign, Acrobat, Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.) Must have extensive experience using InDesign.
• Ability to collaborate with partners, department clients and business partners to create complex layouts for a variety of documents, primarily forms, instructions, and publications.
• Analyzes new and existing documents and evaluates them for clarity, effectiveness, efficiency, and conformity to department requirements.
• Applies publishing (editing, layout, design) standards to all forms and publications for the public.
• Ability to edit technical language into clear, easily understood text.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate to technical audiences, department employees, and lay audiences.
• Analyze files for web and print distribution, including creating fillable PDFs of agency forms and posting forms on the web.
• Manages time and projects in an efficient manner and works in a fast-paced environment to meet assigned deadlines and strict timelines.
• Has strong organizational skills and excels at working independently, while also working as part of a larger team.

What's In It For You
The State of Oregon offers a competitive and affordable health and benefits package, including excellent medical, vision and dental coverage, pension and retirement programs, paid holidays off, and personal business leave, as well as paid and accrued vacation leave, sick leave. In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
How to Apply

• Click on the "Apply" link above to complete your online application and submit by the posted closing date and time. For step-by-step instructions click apply to work for the state or current state employee.
• The work experience and/or education section of your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the minimum qualifications and desired skills and attributes listed above.
• Complete the supplemental questions.
• Attach your current resume and cover letter. The cover letter should be no more than 2 pages in length and demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications and desired skills and attributes listed above.
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Additional Information

• This is an SEIU-represented position. This recruitment may be used to fill additional vacancies as they occur.
• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%.
• Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following pay equity.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Applicants who require VISA sponsorship will not be considered at this time.
• Veterans' Preference - Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. If you checked that you are a veteran, be sure to submit your documentation prior to the close date of this posting. Click on the following link for additional information on Veterans' Preference.
• Criminal Records Check - Employment in any position with the Department of Revenue for all current and prospective employees is contingent on passing a criminal background and fingerprinting check. Circumstances of any criminal conviction will be reviewed to determine eligibility for the position under recruitment.
• To work for the Department of Revenue you must comply with all income tax laws. This means that the department will check to see if you have filed Oregon income tax returns and made arrangements to pay any outstanding liabilities before offering you a position.
• If you need an application in an alternate format in order to complete the process, you may contact us at: Human Resources at (503) 945-8547.

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The Oregon Department of Revenue strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. The Oregon Department of Revenue is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the desired attributes listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a non-traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our attributes listed. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application.