Visual Architect Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

WHAT IS THE TAX PAYER SERVICES DIVISON?
A description of the business units can be found at: https://www.jobs.irs.gov/about/who/business-divisions

• Position(s) are to be filled in the following area(s):
  • TS - CARE-Customer Assistance, Relationship and Education

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Qualifications:

Federal experience is not required. Experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or through Volunteer Service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-timework is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume.
You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS IOR: Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- commercial art, fine arts, art history, industrial design, architecture, drafting, interior design, photography, visual communication, or other fields related to the position. Some positions may also require subject-matter knowledge of medicine, science, or technical equipment. Advanced training in a vocational school, technical institute, or art institute above the high school level in one of the fields listed above is creditable as general experience on a month-for-month basis.
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Experience: Experience in the actual type of work for which application is made. Unpaid experience is creditable, provided the work done was of a quality level and demonstrated the ability required for the position. This includes planning the preparation and use of photographs, illustrations, drawings, and other art work, charts, diagrams, dioramas, maps, slides, overlays, and other kinds of visual material for use in communicating information through visual means.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
GS-13 Level: You must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position must include:

• Leading and mentoring graphic designers and design staff in the development of high-quality print and digital publishing products using industry-standard design software, including Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator) across Macintosh and Windows environments;
• Developing and implementing organizational visual identity systems, graphic design standards, typography, color palettes, branding, and publishing guidelines that ensure consistency across print and electronic communications;
• Managing the full design lifecycle by defining project requirements, technical and production specifications, developing original design concepts, and delivering solutions that meet customer, accessibility, security, quality, and organizational objectives;
• Directing and overseeing contracted design services by managing project scope, budgets, schedules, resource planning, and quality assurance to ensure compliance with contractual requirements and organizational standards;
• Applying professional graphic design methods and tools, including design management systems, color standards, image resources, scanning technologies, and other production equipment to produce effective communication products;
• Preparing and communicating technical and executive-level written materials, including design proposals, business reports, Statements of Work, design briefs, operational reviews, and vendor correspondence, while effectively presenting and defending design recommendations to stake holders.

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You must also meet the following requirements:

• MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT: Minimum age for federal employment is 18 years old, or at least 16 years old and have:
  • Graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or
  • Completed a formal vocational training program; or
  • Received a statement from school authorities agreeing with your preference for employment rather than continuing your education.

For more information on qualifications please refer to OPM's Qualifications Standards.

Education:A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools which meet these criteria, please refer to Department of Education Accreditation page.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Click here (Section 3, Explanation of Terms) or here for Foreign Education Credentialing instructions.
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