GRAPHICS SUPERVISOR 1930

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general supervision, an employee in this class organizes, designs, develops and executes graphic art and photography production in response to department or jurisdictional needs. The incumbent oversees all graphics assignments including brochures, mailers, newsletters, catalogs, programs, diagrams, charts, slides, maps, transparencies and all office material from the creative phase to the final product. Responsibilities include consultations with staff prior to production and making recommendations for appropriate graphic portrayals. Supervision may be exercised over lower level graphic arts personnel. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Establishes and supervises cataloging and retrieval procedures for photographs, art works, flats, forms, displays, etc;

Maintains a production directory and job numbering system for production and forms control;

Reviews incoming requests for the graphics work required, estimates costs and may write up bid specifications for graphics materials and supplies;

May research and employ outside services such as printers, typographers, artists and sign painters;

Researches and recommends the purchase of computer hardware, graphics software and reproduction equipment;

May produce computer-based graphic design work and create and/or convert web-based graphics;

May prepare and send out printed material electronically to an outside print shop;

May assign the appropriate typesetting machine to produce required work;

May maintain an inventory of printing supplies and chemicals;

Consults with and assists members of the professional staff, and provides supportive material;

May maintain records for charge-backs and budget purposes.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of art, design, computer based typography, graphic artwork software and programs, photography and various typesetting and duplicating machines and equipment; thorough knowledge of current principles, practices, methods and techniques of commercial and graphic art; ability to utilize basic skills in all forms of art work and graphic design; ability to establish effective working relationships with others; ability to provide supervision in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to conduct research and prepare reports; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Either:

(a) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor's Degree in Art; or;

(b) Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and four (4) years of experience in graphic arts work; or,

(c) An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b).

PROMOTIONAL

Two (2) years of permanent competitive status as a Copy Camera Operator II; or,

Two (2) years of permanent competitive status as a Duplicating Machine Operator III.

R11/09/17

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive