Duties
Monitors and maintains workload schedule and assures deadlines are being met.
Evaluates production time to assure an efficient and cost-effective operation.
Fulfills all responsibilities of a graphic artist, including, but not limited to: Designs and produces finished graphic material and projects used to promote all aspects of FFR operations, activities, events, and facilities from verbal and written communications. Projects include magazines, brochures, posters, fliers, menus, logos, letterhead, tickets, table tents, forms, business cards, video production, photo editing, electronic marquee notices, social media visuals, and editing/updating the FFR web page, et al. Photography and videography may be required at activities and events. Majority of work is computer-generated.
Communicates regularly with FFR customers and Marketing staff to ensure draft work receives approval of the requestor, deadlines are met, and organization goals are accomplished. A basic understanding of the FFR mission and the purpose of various FFR activities are necessary, which may require occasional visits to customer locations and attendance at events.
Communicates regularly with FFR customers and marketing staff to coordinate efforts and maintain progress on projects.
Communicates with supervisor to discuss project scope and direction.
Keeps supervisor informed of project status, workload condition and departmental concerns.
Responds to customer comments and complaints in an effective manner. Complaints not resolved by incumbent will be referred to immediate supervisor.
Exercises tact, diplomacy and courtesy when serving and assisting customers.
Maintains computer files in accordance with department standards for all completed work, including photographs, to assist with development of designs for recurring activities and to display various options the customer can use to describe his/her preferences.
Maintains production and office equipment and supplies as directed.
Suggests repairs as well as supply purchases as needed and warranted.
Assists with marketing plans for special events, scheduled activities, and campaigns to increase patronage and/or revenue.
Works with outside vendors on large projects, and other work not completed inhouse. Technical requirements, deadlines and materials must be communicated and sometimes negotiated
Performs tasks for special events as needed, which may include designing and painting signs, framing and coordinating visual material, backdrop creation, collateral support, and a wide assortment of other tasks.
Drives to facilities and events using a government vehicle in support of Marketing department efforts and clients' programs.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- This position requires successful completion of a background check.
Qualifications
- Ability to use graphics applications on Apple and PC computer platforms.
- Knowledge of complex design software, including but not limited to Adobe Creative Suite or Creative Cloud programs such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.
- Knowledge of proper grammar, spelling and standard graphics styles.
- Ability to conceptualize and recommend advertising methods from written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to work in high volume graphics operations to establish priorities and meet deadlines.
- Ability to effectively work as a team member with flexibility to work in different positions within the department.
- Ability to communicate effectively with others.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Education
Proof of education MUST be uploaded at time of application for consideration. If degree is not conferred, you MUST provide a copy of your high school diploma or equivalent with your college transcripts.
When education is a basic requirement for the position, or when substituting education for experience, applicants MUST submit a copy of your high school transcripts, college transcript, or a list of courses which includes grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and/or semester hours earned as part of your application package. Foreign education must include evidence that it is comparable to education received at accredited educational institutions in the United States. All substitutions of education for experience will be made in accordance with OPM approved qualification standards. Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the U.S. Department of Education websites at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications (http://www.opm.gov/qualifications)and http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html (http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html)
Additional information
The NATO Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) between Italy and the United States prohibits the hiring of any person who holds Italian citizenship and is considered a Dual National by the Italian Government into any U.S. position. Those U.S. citizens who are considered "ordinarily resident" in Italy are also ineligible for employment by U.S. commands and activities in Italy. Contractors and their family members are also ineligible as they do not have civilian component status.
To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to Executive Order 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.
Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of these requirements. Applicants may be required to submit proof of education, participate in medical screening, drug testing, etc. All selections are contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks. Employment is subject to successful National Agency Background Check. As a condition of employment, the selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment. Occupants of this position must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.
Required Documents
The following documents are required at the time of application:
- Résumé
- Proof of education/training: provide a copy of your awarded/conferred college transcript(s); if degree hasn't been conferred, provide copy of HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent
- If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation
- If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application
- If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.)
- If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50
- Sojourner's Permit or Receipt of Application
- No fee Passport
- Italian Visa
- Sponsor's Orders to Naples, Italy
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.