Digital Graphic Designer #5547

Full Job Description

The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a Digital Graphic Designer. The complete vacancy announcement and application can be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/1VNZQ.

This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted. Required Work Experience At least two to three years of graphic design experience.

Required Special Skills/ Knowledge As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role.

In-depth understanding of accessibility standards and best practices including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and ARIA.

Experience with assistive technology (e.g., screen readers, screen magnifiers, voice recognition) in conducting accessibility testing.

Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, specifically, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, and Adobe Dreamweaver.

Advanced knowledge of established printing and graphics design principles, including practices used in composition, typesetting and publication layouts.

Knowledge of accessibility legislation such as the Section 508 and the European Accessibility Act (EAA). Knowledge of HTML/CSS/Javascript, accessibility regulations, WCAG, and Section 508 compliance.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Senate staff, and resolve customer problems. Ability to effectively convey customer ideas in an appealing manner.

Ability to meet strict deadlines. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and customers.

This position may require the incumbent to be available for sudden recall in response to emergency events affecting the Senate campus/community, which may include after-hour or weekend work, and to potentially deploy to alternate sites in support of the Senate’s contingency operations.

Desired Qualifications Strong proficiency in Dreamweaver, HTML, ARIA, and CSS, enabling seamless integration of designs into web platforms and ensuring optimal user experience.

Extensive knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator with a proven track record of producing visually compelling designs.

Demonstrated expertise in creating a wide range of print and digital media, from initial concept through final execution, consistently delivering high-quality results.

Strong ability to collaborate with team members, ensuring exceptional user experiences across all digital products.

Extensive knowledge of Section 508 compliance standards, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity in all design work.

Thorough understanding of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 and their application in modern design workflows.

Proficient in accessibility testing tools, including WAVE, JAWS, NVDA, and MadeToTag, to identify and resolve accessibility barriers in digital formats.

Bachelor’s degree in graphic or web design preferred. Working Conditions Since this position requires onsite presence in support of the U.S.

Senate when in session, this position requires the employee to be available and prepared to work during a lapse, in inclement weather, on holidays, and during late night, overnight, and weekend sessions.

In the context of government furloughs, this position is considered excepted. This position directly supports essential services of the U.S. Senate.

As such, this position requires the employee be available and prepared to work during a lapse, in inclement weather, on holidays, weekends, and during late nights to ensure essential services to the Senate continue without interruption.

In the context of government furloughs, this position is considered excepted.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to confer with customers and staff.

Frequently moves boxes/ equipment weighing less than 50 pounds for various needs. This position requires in-person or virtual presence during meetings, and briefings with customers. Major Duties:

Coordinates and manages the creation of a variety of digital media projects including social media ads, interactive PDFs, Email designs, animated gifs, and fillable forms.

Creates e-Publications that include interactive maps, video, hyperlinks, scrolling frames, page buttons, pop-ups, and other interactivity.

Ensures publishing activities follow digital accessibility best practices and WCAG 2.0 guidelines and performs user accessibility testing for digital media publications.

Performs user accessibility testing for digital media publications. Develops the UI/UX for web and mobile document services and applications. Creates and designs a variety of print projects.

Handles graphic production and creates graphic elements, assets, and visual treatments that adapt and flow with responsive design systems. Serves as a back-up to the section lead in his/her absence.

Other duties as assigned.