Job Description

Requisition No: 873945

Agency: Department of State

Working Title: DOS - OPS INFORMATION SPECIALIST I - 45945064

Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 45945064

Salary: $18.00

Posting Closing Date: 04/27/2026

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Department of State

Position #45945064

Division of Historical Resources

Bureau of Historical Museum

Mission San Luis

Working Title: Graphics & Multimedia Designer

Minimum Qualifications:

• 4 years equivalent experience either through professional work or volunteer experience or a Bachelor of Arts in graphic design, graphic arts, visual communications, commercial art, fine arts
• Minimum one (1) year professional experience in social media and/or graphic design through paid employment
• Cover letter and resume
• Recent work portfolio

Preferences:

• Minimum two (2) years professional experience in social media and/or graphic design through paid employment
• Education or coursework in marketing, hospitality, museums, or other related field
• Ability to use and manage digital camera equipment, knowledge of video production, and ability to complete photo/video editing using Adobe Creative Cloud
• Knowledge of social media platforms and online engagement as documented through professional or freelance experience or education

Special Note:

Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported in your employment history.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Please submit a resume and cover letter detailing any work experience and explaining why you are the best candidate. No resumes without cover letter will be considered. Portfolios should consist of 2-4 pieces of professional and/or personal work, ideally of multiple mediums (hand-drawn, digital, etc.). Please read the entire job description and requirements before applying. No phone calls, please.

Mission San Luis, a 64-acre museum located in Tallahassee, Florida, is seeking a creative and innovative Graphics and Multimedia Designer to support our educational and public history programs. The perfect candidate will be an integral member of the Mission’s team working to produce graphics and social media content for educational programs, events, and site needs.

Schedule:Monday – Friday, 8:00 – 4:30. May be asked to work occasional evenings and weekend days for special events. Office hours may be flexible based on-site needs and prior approval.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

The ideal candidate will possess experience in graphic design, marketing, hospitality, museums or other related fields as well as an appreciation of historic sites. Candidate should also possess the following qualities:

• Knowledge of graphic design formats, techniques, and composition options
• Skill with photography and videography capture, editing and publication
• Skill in using graphics software to produce graphics
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to design a variety of graphics materials
• Ability to learn complex historical concepts and interpret written, visual, interactive, and oral formats including lesson plans, historic activities, presentations, etc.
• Proficiency in social media posting, monitoring, and reporting and standard office software including Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of Florida history
• Knowledge of museum terminology, research, and programs
• Public speaking skills and willingness to give tours or presentations to large groups of people
• Excellent customer service skills, ability to maintain a collegial relationship with other team members, and ability to relate to people of all ages and abilities
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team; ability to multi-task, problem-solve, and pay attention to detail

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS A Level 2 criminal background check is a condition of employment. If selected for this position, you must provide your fingerprints. We will send your fingerprints to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a criminal background check.

IMPORTANT NOTICES:

We are committed to enhancing our workforce through the employment of Veterans, individuals with disabilities and seek qualified candidates with diverse backgrounds, abilities, skills, and talents to join our workforce.

Male applicants born on or after January 1, 1960, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: https://www.sss.gov

Male applicants born on or after January 1, 1960, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: https://www.sss.gov

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.