Salary: $28.47 – $37.36 Hourly
Location : Irvine, CA
Job Type: Extended Part-Time
Job Number: 3244
Department: Community Services
Division: Animal Care Center
Opening Date: 08/04/2023
Closing Date: 8/16/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
Do you have the desire to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and diverse community? Join a collaborative workforce committed to serving the City of Irvine.
The City of Irvine is seeking an experienced individual who demonstrates a strong grasp of graphic design skills, deadline management, strong organizational skills, and excellent written and verbal skills. This position is Extended Part-time with a schedule requirement of 30-32 hours per week.
The ideal candidates will have have completed high school, supplemented by courses in graphic design and have some experience performing a variety of graphics and desktop publishing work; or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skill, and abilities. Two years of related work experience in graphic design and marketing is desired.
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Supplemental Information
Community Services
The provides exceptional service, innovative programs, and diverse cultural experiences in vibrant and sustainable spaces. The department strives to create a lasting contribution to the health and well-being of the Irvine community and consists of the following award-winning programs and services: Senior Services, Disability Services, Child, Youth, and Family Services, Animal Care, Recreation and Park Services and Operations, Great Park Operations and Athletics, Aquatics, Fine Arts, Facility Reservations and Contract Classes, Development and Park Planning, Administrative, Business and Support Services, Engagement and Special Events, Open Space, and Transportation Services (TRIPS).
The Process
The selection process will include an examination and conduct a background investigation prior to appointment. This recruitment may establish an eligibility list to fill future positions in similar and/or lower classifications within the organization.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require an accommodation.
Part time employees in designated positions requiring a minimum of 30 hours to a maximum of 32 hours per week on a year-round basis, are referred to as Extended Part Time Employees, and shall receive the following benefits:
Insurance
Extended part time employees are eligible to participate in the City’s medical plan. If you elect to enroll in one of these plans, the City will pay ½ of the employee-only coverage. EPT employees are also eligible to participate in the City’s dental plan. If you elect to enroll in the plan, you will be responsible for the entire premium.
Retirement
Extended part time employees receive retirement benefits through the California Public Retirement Program (CalPERS). The City offers the PERS 2.0% @ 62 plan for newly hired employees. Contribution rates are subject to change. Employees become fully vested after reaching the equivalent of 5 years of service. However, employees may elect to withdraw employee contribution funds upon leaving City employment in accordance with federal guidelines. The City does not participate in Social Security except for the mandatory Medicare Program.
Vacation
Extended part time employees accrue vacation credits at three-quarter the rate of full time, non-exempt employees. Extended part time employees with less than 3 years of service earn 60 vacation hours per year; those with more than 3 but less than 10 years of service earn 90 vacation hours per years; those with more than 10 years of service earn 120 vacation hours per years.
Sick Leave
Extended part time employees accrue 6 hours of sick leave per month.
Holidays
Normally scheduled working hours, which fall on official City holidays, will be compensated. The City observes 12 holidays per year.
Overtime
Extended part time employees are compensated at one and one-half times their hourly rate for authorized overtime work beyond 40 hours per week.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Part time employees are employed “at will” and serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority. As such, their services can be discontinued without cause.
Deferred Compensation Plans: Are available to interested employees.
Social Security: The City does not participate in Social Security except for the mandatory Medicare Program.
Medicare: Employees hired after 1/1/86, are required to contribute 1.45% of their earnings.
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Do you have experience planning and supporting graphic design projects, writing website content, or creating marketing materials?
- Yes
- No
02
If yes, please describe your experience, where you attained this experience, and how long you were in the role where you accumulated this experience.
03
Do you have experience in social media marketing?
- Yes
- No
04
If yes, please describe your experience, where you attained this experience, and how long you were in the role where you accumulated this experience.
05
Do you have experience coordinating production timelines including printing and publication services?
- Yes
- No
06
If yes, please describe your experience, where you attained this experience, and how long you were in the role where you accumulated this experience.
07
Do you have experience planning or supporting events?
- Yes
- No
08
If yes, please describe your experience, where you attained this experience, and how long you were in the role where you accumulated this experience.
09
Please list the computer programs and graphics design software for which you possess at least intermediate experience. For each program/software listed, please note how used / the type of project you created.
10
Are you currently employed by the City of Irvine?
- Yes
- No
11
Can you maintain the following Extended Part-Time schedule: 30-32 hours per week; hours vary, weekend and evening availability required?
- Yes
- No
12
Are you a member of CalPERS (California Public Employees’ Retirement System) by previous employment? This means you have funds on deposit or service credit with CalPERS.
- Yes
- No
- Not Sure
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