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Web and Graphics Specialist
Office of Legislative Affairs and Communication
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Job
Description |
The Georgia
Department of Human Services,(DHS) was formed in July 2009 as
part of the reorganization of the former Georgia Department of Human
Resources, which had served Georgia since 1972. DHS delivers a wide
range of human services designed to promote self-sufficiency, safety
and well-being for all Georgians.
The department is one of the largest agencies in state government
with an annual budget of $1.8 billion and 10,000 employees. DHS is
comprised of 3 Divisions and 7 Offices.
The Office of Legislative Affairs and Communication is seeking a Web
and Graphics Specialist. |
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Under general supervision,
researches and implements web technology to create and/or maintain
web sites.
The Web and Graphics Specialist will be responsible for redeveloping
the Agency's website and Intranet using tools such as Vignette,
Drupal, InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.
Once completed the individual will be responsible for the day-to-day
updates and maintenance of the Agency websites and Intranet.
Creates, develops and maintains visually aesthetic static and
dynamic pages to communicate agency/divisional information. Corrects
problems on the functionality of the web site. Proofs and edits
existing web-based and related media content. Creates and maintains
current links to internal and external web-based information. May
proof and edit existing text-based content in electronic, print
or other multi-media. Meets with customers and vendors needing web
and/or print-related assistance or work. Conducts formal and informal
web consultation for internal and external staff and customers.
Monitors and responds to email as the public contact to the webmaster
for Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) web site.
Additionally, the individual will be responsible for creating brochures,
flyers, PPT presentation and other educational materials for public
distribution using the Adboe Creative Suite and other graphic software.
The individual will also assist with communications writing assignments
on an as needed basis. |
| Qualifications |
| Completion of a bachelor's
degree in Web Design, graphic design or a related field from an accredited
college or university OR Two years of experience
in designing, editing, and maintaining a business web site. |
| Preference
will be given to candidates, who in addition to meeting the qualifications
listed above, possess the following: |
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• Experience in Social Services/Human Services field
• Knowledge of and experience with MS Office, PDF, Windows
2000 administration, Windows XP administration, Adobe Creative
Suite, Drupal, PhotoShop, InDesign, Illustrator, Microsoft
Access (database development), Visio, SharePoint, network management,
XHTML, CSS, ASP, ASP.NET, XML, MySQL and knowledge of (CMS) software,
both open-source (such as DotNetNuke) and proprietary CMS software
(such as Vignette).
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| Benefits |
In addition to a competitive
salary up to $42,000,
we offer a generous benefits
package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities,
employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 12 paid holidays,
vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life
insurance.
Note: Current state employees are subject
to the statewide salary plan administration practices. This position
is a pay grade 15 on the statewide salary plan. |
| Area
Information |
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This position is located in downtown Atlanta.
A sprawling metropolis of over four million people today, metro
Atlanta
has the vibrancy of the world’s great urban centers combined
with the Southern charm of small town centers such as Roswell and
Decatur. Here you’ll find historic sites from the Civil War
through the Civil Rights era, as well as world-class shopping, entertainment,
and nightlife.
We're located across from Underground
Atlanta. Parking is nearby as well as direct access to MARTA's
rail and bus system.
Come to Georgia’s capital
city and experience first-hand our historic charm and hospitality.
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| Applying
for this job |
Please email a cover letter
and resume in Microsoft Word format to: executive@dhrjobs.com
Please include a sample of work in an online portfolio,
if available.
To ensure proper routing/handling of your credentials, type
the following title in the subject line of your email: Web
Specialist
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| Candidates for this position
may be subject to employment drug testing and criminal background
check. |
| The Georgia Department of
Human Services provides services to ensure the health and welfare
of Georgians. As an employee of DHS, in the event of an identified
emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of employment,
to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the Department. |
| DHS
is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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| Ware County is the largest county in Georgia with 906 square miles; Clarke County is the smallest with 121 square miles |
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