City and County of San Francisco

Graphics Supervisor (#5330)

$43.04-$52.33 Hourly / $7,460.00-$9,070.00 Monthly / $89,518.00-$108,836.00 Yearly

Definition

Under general direction, plans, organizes and coordinates a graphics and illustrator design unit; performs difficult illustrator and graphics design and drafting work; supervises a staff that may include illustrators, graphic designers and graphic aides; and performs related duties as required.

Distinguishing Features

This is the supervising level class in the Graphic Artist series. It is distinguished from the 5320 Graphic Artist in that it supervises graphic artists and related classes.

Supervision Exercised

Supervises graphic artists and related staff.

Examples of Important and Essential Duties

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Create original graphics and illustration projects that may include brochures, graphs, charts, maps, signage, large format displays, and web design using MacIntosh and personal computers and various output equipment for production.

2. Meet with departmental personnel, consultants and outside agencies to discuss their illustrator and graphic needs; and develop options and concepts for clients.

3. Keep abreast of new technology and trends and advise management of new software and hardware and other peripheral needs that will enhance the creativity, quality and efficiency of the design unit.

4. Analyze needs and expenditures of the graphic design unit and make recommendations for the unit's annual budget.

5. Maintain a sufficient supply of inventory and materials that will ensure the ability of the unit to meet the needs of its clients.

6. Supervise, assign, direct and evaluate the work of subordinate personnel in a graphics unit; follow-up to ensure that projects are completed in a timely manner; and enforce all City and departmental rules and regulations.

7. Ensure that all equipment is in good working condition and maintain a safe working environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of: The operation and use of computer hardware input and output equipment; various graphic art processes, methods and techniques used in graphic design, drawing and illustration.

Ability to: Use desktop publishing and electronic software; supervise staff; meet with management, other departmental personnel and outside agencies to discuss their illustrator and graphic needs; develop and present concepts and options to clients; effectively communicate orally; analyze needs and expenditures of a graphic design unit in order to make recommendations for the unit's annual budget; maintain a sufficient supply of inventory and materials for the unit's needs; and keep abreast of new technology and trends in order to enhance the creativity, quality and efficiency of the unit.

Experience and Training

Experience: Six years of professional experience in illustration and graphic art design, including web design.

Substitution: An Associate in Arts degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in graphic art or design may substitute for two years of the above experience; 30 semester units/45 quarter units may substitute for one year of experience.

License or Certificate

Possession of a valid driver's license.

Disaster Service Workers

All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
CLASS: 5330; EST: 1/1/1900; REV: 1/1/1900;