5330-Graphics Supervisor

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CLASS TITLE: CITY PLANNING GRAPHICS SUPERVISOR CODE: 5330

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS:

Under general direction, plans, organizes and coordinates a graphics division of the Department of City Planning; performs difficult and responsible graphics design and drafting work; supervises subordinate drafting personnel; and performs related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES:

This class is responsible for supervising all drafting and graphics services for the Department of City Planning and special graphics design projects as requested by other City departments. Assignments include. preparation and maintenance of land use and zoning maps, designing department publications and preparing graphs, charts, visual aids, letterheads, signs, forms and labels. Positions report to an Assistant Director of Planning and supervise subordinate graphics staff.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

"The class specifications shall be descriptive of the class and shall not be considered as a restriction on the assignment of duties not specifically listed." (CSC Rule 7)

1. Supervises, assigns, and directs the work of subordinate personnel in a graphics division of the Department of City Planning; coordinates the work with other divisions and other departments.

2. Reviews zoning, land use and other special purpose map preparation; maintains filing system for maps, drawings, related records, and official register of zoning ordinance map changes; may delineate the more complex and difficult maps, makes computations necessary for the accurate rendering of such maps.

3. Originates and directs layouts for reports, charts, graphs, forms, brochures, newsletters and mailers requiring the use of a variety of printing methods and color separation.

4. Writes printing specifications, orders reproduction work, and serves as liaison with City Reproduction Bureau and contract printers.

5. Collects data in the field and from City departments and other public and private agencies related to map and visual aid preparation.

6. Plans division budget, orders graphics supplies and equipment, maintains records of work production and hours and writes related reports.

7. Establishes performance standards for subordinate staff, evaluates job performance, provides training as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

"The examination announcement shall provide the qualifications ... and other particulars ... Applicants must be guided solely by the announcement of the examination for which they apply." (CSC Rule 9)

CLASS TITLE: CITY PLANNING GRAPHICS SUPERVISOR CODE: 5330

QUALIFICATIONS: (Cont.)

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Comprehensive knowledge of: drafting procedures and theory, drafting instruments and supplies, principles of cartography, graphic arts design and layout, typography for reports and visual aids; and a general knowledge of architecture, civil engineering, visual arts and modern printing methods.

Ability to: prepare accurate and complete renderings and drawings; design layouts for publications, displays and exhibits; interpret statistical data to prepare effective graphic presentations; plan work schedules and meet deadlines; supervise the work of subordinate staff; deal tactfully and effectively with department staff, other city departments and the public; make mathematical computations, acquire a working knowledge of the city planning code and related departmental policies; learn new methods of graphics production and design.

Skill in the use of drawing and related instruments.

RETITLED AND AMENDED: 10-17-77

AMENDED: 9-2-86

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