Multimedia Production Program Manager

Duties Description The Multimedia Production Program Manager will supervise and manage the Bureau of Multimedia Services. The Bureau of Multimedia Services includes videography/photography, graphic design, and the agency print center. This position will oversee day-to-day operations in addition to coordination of significant media and print projects across the agency. Job duties will include:

• Assign projects and establish priorities

• Review, monitor, evaluate and approve communication products

• Work closely with printing or multimedia service providers to ensure projects meet the desired specifications and deadlines

• Oversee project concept development, establish timelines and strategies

• Coordinate with editors, writers, and technical staff in developing reports, kiosks, magazines, online publications, brochures, social media graphics, web graphics and photographic needs

• Supervise subordinate multimedia staff

• Support agency marketing needs for graphic design, video production, video editing, and producing printed materials

• Manage and track bureau budget and spending

• Produce annual assessments of equipment needs for the bureau and track cost expenditures

• Stay abreast with digital technology for design, photography, video production, and printing

• Coordinate with appropriate agency staff on script development

• Work with the Division of Communication, Education, and Engagement Director to assess bureau’s needs and workflow

Minimum Qualifications Provisional minimum qualifications

Open Competitive: Eight years of experience in producing multi communication projects using elements of audiovisual production, or graphic design for web, or graphic design for print; or bachelor's in video/television/film production, web interface design, graphic design, communication design, or a closely related field and four years of experience. One year of experience must have been at a supervisory level.

Promotion: One year of competitive service as a Multimedia Production Program Specialist 2

Permanent minimum qualifications

Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DEC

or

Reinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis or held a title as indicated under the transfer eligible section on a permanent competitive basis.

or

Transfer Eligible - One year of permanent competitive service at Salary Grade 23 or higher and eligible for transfer under Section 70.1: One year of permanent competitive service as a Heath Education Media Specialist 3 or Multimedia Production Program Specialist 2.

or

55-b/55-c Candidates must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications above and include with their resume or application, a copy of the letter from Civil Service which indicates approval for the 55-b/55-c program.

• There is no viable eligible list for this title. If there are no more than

three promotional individuals interested from among the qualified candidates for this position, it may be possible to make a permanent appointment via non-competitive promotion.

Additional Comments Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.

Transportation needs of this position require use of a state vehicle and adhering to the Department’s Vehicle Policy. You must have and maintain a valid driver’s license for this position.

Travel may be required.

Overtime may be required.

Overnight travel may be required.

Weekends and holidays may be required.

Telecommuting may be available up to 50% of work schedule, will be discussed at interview.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. DEC is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. DEC embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.

If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please email: [email protected].

Please be advised, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation does not use E-Verify, and we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT).

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