Provisional to Permanent – Graphics Supervisor (5330) – Citywide (155572)

Company Description

THIS IS A CITYWIDE RECRUITMENT FOR CURRENT CITY EMPLOYEES ONLY

This is a Provisional to Permanent position in accordance with Class-Based Test (CBT) Civil Service Rules. This recruitment is restricted to current provisional employees of the City and County of San Francisco, San Francisco Unified School District, or San Francisco City College, working within the 5330 Graphics Supervisor classification.

San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by our City's commitment to heighten the quality of life for the diverse population of San Franciscans and residents of the greater Bay Area. Our employees play an important role not only in making our City what it is today, but also in shaping the future of San Francisco.

Application Opening: Friday, November 7th, 2025 
Application Filing Deadline: This job will close no sooner than Monday, November 17th, 2025, at 11:59 PM (PT) 
Compensation: $104,286 - 126,828 annually 
Recruitment ID: PTP-5330-155572

Job Description

Under general direction, plans, organizes and coordinates a graphics and illustrator design unit; performs difficult illustrator and graphics design and drafting work; supervises a staff that may include illustrators, graphic designers and graphic aides; and performs related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES:
This is the supervising level class in the Graphic Artist series. It is distinguished from the 5320 Graphic Artist in that it supervises graphic artists and related classes.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Supervises graphic artists and related staff.

MAJOR, IMPORTANT, AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES 
According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class. They are not intended to be an inclusive list. 

• Create original graphics and illustration projects that may include brochures, graphs, charts, maps, signage, large format displays, and web design using MacIntosh and personal computers and various output equipment for production. 
• Meet with departmental personnel, consultants and outside agencies to discuss their illustrator and graphic needs; and develop options and concepts for clients. 
• Keep abreast of new technology and trends and advise management of new software and hardware and other peripheral needs that will enhance the creativity, quality and efficiency of the design unit. 
• Analyze needs and expenditures of the graphic design unit and make recommendations for the unit's annual budget. 
• Maintain a sufficient supply of inventory and materials that will ensure the ability of the unit to meet the needs of its clients. 
• Supervise, assign, direct and evaluate the work of subordinate personnel in a graphics unit; follow-up to ensure that projects are completed in a timely manner; and enforce all City and departmental rules and regulations. 
• Ensure that all equipment is in good working condition and maintain a safe working environment. 

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 
Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted. 

1. Must be a current Provisional Employee in Class 5330 who has worked at least 2,080 hours in Class 5330 with no break in service. 

2. Experience: Six years of professional experience in illustration and graphic art design, including web design. 

3. License and Certification: Possession of a valid Class C driver license. 

Substitution: An Associate in Arts degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in graphic art or design may substitute for two years of the above experience; 30 semester units/45 quarter units may substitute for one year of experience. 

Verification: 
Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Review SF Careers Employment Applications for considerations taken when reviewing applications.   

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify educa