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Graphics Supervisor

Job classification

Class5330
TitleGraphics Supervisor
Overtime eligibility Covered (Non-Z) - Nonexempt
Labor agreement Prof & Tech Eng, Local 21
Effective dateAugust 17, 2012

Current compensation plan

Effective: Jan 06, 2024

See Historic and future compensation information for this class

Step: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5
Rate /hr: $47.7125 $50.1125 $52.6125 $55.2250 $58.0125
Rate /biweekly: $3,817.00 $4,009.00 $4,209.00 $4,418.00 $4,641.00
Rate /year: $99,242 $104,234 $109,434 $114,868 $120,666

Job description

CITY AND COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

JOB CODE TITLE: GRAPHICS SUPERVISOR JOB CODE: 5330

BUSINESS UNIT: COMMN

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.

JOB CODE TITLE: GRAPHICS SUPERVISOR JOB CODE: 5330

BUSINESS UNIT: COMMN

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

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 GUIDELINES:

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: Possession of a valid driver's license.

RETITLED AND AMENDED DATE: 10/17/77

AMENDED DATE: 9/2/86

RETITLED AND AMENDED: 5/16/03

REASON FOR AMENDMENT: To accurately reflect the current tasks, knowledge, skills and abilities defined in the most recent job analysis conducted for this job code.

Standard information

Disaster service work

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.

Historic and future compensation

Effective (Sched) Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5
Jan 06, 2024 (Y) $47.7125 $50.1125 $52.6125 $55.2250 $58.0125
Jul 01, 2023 (X) $46.6625 $49.0125 $51.4500 $54.0125 $56.7375
Jul 01, 2022 (W) $45.5250 $47.8125 $50.2000 $52.7000 $55.3500
Jan 08, 2022 (V) $43.2500 $45.4250 $47.7000 $50.0750 $52.5875
Jul 01, 2021 (U) $43.0375 $45.2000 $47.4625 $49.8250 $52.3250
Dec 26, 2020 (T) $41.5750 $43.6625 $45.8500 $48.1375 $50.5500
Jul 01, 2020 (S) $40.3625 $42.3875 $44.5125 $46.7375 $49.0750

Historic compensation data is provided in hourly pay.

Sources: San Francisco Open Data Portal: Compensation plan table