Comptroller- Junior Creative Media Designer

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Are you ready to grow and make a positive impact? If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you!

Innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence drive the culture here at the Comptroller’s Office. We take pride in the work we do serving as State’s accountant, tax collector, treasurer, and much more! The Comptroller’s office serves virtually every citizen in the state. As Texas’ chief tax collector, accountant, revenue estimator, treasurer and purchasing manager, the agency is responsible for writing the checks and keeping the books for the multi-billion-dollar business of state government.

Our agency workforce is as diverse as the people of Texas we serve. We value our employees and take our collective commitment to public service very seriously. Personal development opportunities are strongly encouraged through available workshops, teambuilding exercises, and on the job training. We offer flexible scheduling that helps employees maintain a healthy work-life balance.

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About The Division

The Property Tax Assistance Division (PTAD) provides technical assistance to local governments and taxpayers on property tax issues but does not grant jurisdiction to intervene in local tax matters. PTAD is split into four areas, allowing the Division to offer technical assistance and implement statutory requirements in many innovative ways. The areas are outreach and support, education and communications, field appraisals, and data analysis. Apply to become a part of this great innovative Division.

General description

The Comptroller’s office is seeking a Junior Creative Media Designer in the Property Tax Assistance Division (PTAD). This role performs senior- level graphic and video multimedia design and production work for the PTAD. Work involves developing and implementing computer-based and interactive e-learning training modules and forms for use by the agency, public, and property tax industry. Provides guidance to stakeholders and collaborates with subject matter experts to develop and apply appropriate multimedia design and methodologies. Creates content and prepares files for dissemination. Administers the Learning Management System (LMS).

Apply today and help the Comptroller's office keep the Texas economy strong.

Work Hours

Agency standard work hours are Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm, 40 hours per week with occasional evening and weekend hours. Hours are subject to change based upon business need or division determination.

This position may be eligible for a flexible/hybrid work schedule if certain conditions are met; working arrangements may change at any time as business necessitates.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree.

• Two (2) years of recent experience in graphic design.

• Experience in designing, developing and presenting computer-based or interactive e-learning training or video content creation.

• Experience with standard office programs such as Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook; Adobe Acrobat, Webex Webinars.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in communications, fine arts, graphic design, visual arts, or a related field.

• Experience reviewing and/or developing educational or training materials for large audiences.

• Experience in government in a state agency, local government entity or legislative office.

• Experience creating documents and forms with Adobe InDesign

• Experience with current 508 accessibility standards and requirements

• Knowledge of HTML semantics/tagging – hyperlink integrity and JavaScript.

• Experience working with Learning Management Systems.

• Experience with eLearning creation tools such as Articulate Rise, Articulate 360 Storyline, and video software such as Adobe Premiere and Adobe AfterEffects.

Substitutions

One (1) additional year of full-time work experience in graphic design, online training or webinars may substitute for thirty (30 semester hours) of the required education with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours (four years.)

Licenses and Certifications

Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) Registered Professional Appraiser (RPA) or a Registered Texas Assessor- Collector (RTA):

• Working towards or holding an active RPA or RTA certification with TDLR
• Hold an inactive RPA or RTA certification that is eligible for reactivation with TDLR
• Be eligible and willing to earn RPA or RTA certification with TDLR

In this role you will:

The Creative Designer III:

• Develops content for audio, and video recordings, and creates web animation.
• Develops division publications, forms, one-pagers, and other informational materials.
• Analyzes content to ensure compliance with all state and federal laws regarding accessibility, recommends changes to make content accessible, and remediates accessibility issues.
• Tracks and maintains current and historical revisions of content. Coordinates timely updates, including legislative implementations, with subject matter experts.
• Advise agency staff regarding creative multimedia design trends and needs.
• Coordinates and collaborates with staff on the design, deployment, and delivery of training content for property tax professionals, division staff and other external customers through webinars, podcasts, computer-based and e- learning training.
• Presents education training to internal and external customers.
• Creates course SCORM packages to upload and publish in the LMS.
• Plans and configures online course settings, modules, assignments, tests and course certificates. Coordinates updates and system changes with LMS contractors, internal subject matter experts, IT and contract management.
• Provides technical assistance and user account support.
• Generates learning activity and user reports.
• Analyzes learner feedback and reporting trends to pinpoint areas of improvement and suggest modifications to optimize the system.
• Maintains a working knowledge of Property Tax laws, rules, and data including e-learning and multimedia methods and trends.
• Researches sources, and ensures the completeness and accuracy of the printed and online materials. Completes all required property tax training.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Maximize Your Earnings!

At the Comptroller's office, we know potential employees are looking for more than just a paycheck. The agency offers a strong benefits package for you and your family. Insurance, retirement plans, and a flexible work schedule are just the start. See our benefits offering

If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you!

Salary is contingent upon qualifications. If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

MILITARY PREFERENCE

To receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.

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The Comptroller’s Office is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed applications. The application must contain the necessary information in the work history for the applicant to qualify for the position.

An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States to be hired at the Comptroller’s office and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.