Initial Posting Date:
01/15/2026Application Deadline:
01/22/2026Agency:
Department of Human ServicesSalary Range:
$4,207 - $6,420Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Forms Document Developer, Electronic Publishing Design Specialist 2Job Description:
Note: Effective Feb. 1, 2026, the compensation plan for this position will be increased to reflect a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) of 2.5%. The salary listed in this posting does not reflect the COLA.
The Oregon Department of Human Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
Join Our Creative Team!
We’re seeking an experienced Forms Document Developer, Electronic Publishing Design Specialist 2 to bring advanced design solutions to life. In this role, you’ll use the Adobe Creative Suite and Adobe Experience Manager, to develop and produce high-quality digitally accessible form deliverables, coordinate print production, and manage projects through Workfront. This position operates at an advanced level, requiring independent decision-making, strong customer interaction, and broad technical digital accessibility expertise. If you’re creative, detail-oriented, and ready to take on complex design and workflow challenges, we’d love to hear from you!
Summary of Duties
The primary purpose of the Electronic Publishing Design Specialist 2 position is to develop digital and print document solutions and produce final deliverables using the Adobe Creative Cloud, Adobe Experience Manager, Microsoft 365 Suite, knowledge of ADA compliance software (PAC 2024 and CommonLook), coordinate printing, translation, and use Workfront to manage all projects assigned to them.
As a Forms Document Developer, you will:
Design, produce, develop and coordinate the printing and translation of major program documents.
Produce custom forms for a variety of programs using digital tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Adobe Experience Manager and Microsoft 365 suite.
Oversees projects by working directly with Web, Graphic, or Form Design Team members, customers, and vendors to ensure established needs and deadlines are met.
Consults with, advises, and directs ODHS|OHA staff throughout the department in coordination with management and senior design staff regarding forms design, digital accessibility, distribution, translation, alternate formats, best practices, and legal requirements.
Reviews materials to ensure compliance with agency publication standards, policies, and accessibility guidelines and standards.
Plan and oversee production of complex or time-sensitive projects.
Serves as a project coordinator working directly with design/form team members, in-house linguists, customers, vendors, and private or public organizations to ensure deliverables meet the program’s needs and timeline.
Minimum Qualifications
Four years of graphics arts design production experience.
A bachelor's or associate degree in Graphic Arts may substitute for two years of the experience.
A bachelor's degree in fine arts with a minimum of 18 quarter (12 semester) hours of graphic arts courses may substitute for one year of the experience.
One year of desktop publishing that includes compiling and producing information for wide dissemination (such as a newsletter), may substitute for one year of the required experience.
The top candidates on the list will have specialized training or experience in color separation and correction, scientific illustration, or graphics or web software.
NOTE: Applicants invited for an interview should be prepared to present a personal portfolio of their work for review at that time.
Essential Attributes
We are looking for candidates with:
Experienced using design software such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and other Creative Cloud tools, both independently and with team members. Comfortable working with tools like Microsoft 365, Adobe Workfront, PAC 2024, CommonLook PDF, Adobe Experience Manager and other systems used to manage projects, content, and approvals.
Knowledgeable about print production and preparing files so they are ready for high-quality printing and digital accessibility. Able to manage digital and print design projects from start to finish, including updates, maintenance, and meeting deadlines.
Experienced in creating a wide range of materials, including forms, newsletters, reports, presentations, infographics, social media graphics, and brochures.
Able to coordinate translations and create alternate or accessible formats when needed.
Strong visual design experience, with a good eye for layout, color, and typography, while following brand guidelines.
Proven ability to manage time effectively by organizing tasks, prioritizing work, and coordinating multiple projects and deadlines across internal teams and vendors.
Clear communicator who can explain design choices and work effectively with different teams and stakeholders.
Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively with people from diverse backgrounds.
Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to respond well to feedback and changing priorities.
Attention all candidates! A cover letter of no more than two pages is required and must clearly address how you meet the essential attributes listed above. Applications submitted without a cover letter will result in disqualification of your application. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the selection process. Please include detailed work and education history.
Please make sure your application materials, resume and job history, are clearly outlined as this information will be used to determine your starting salary range. If you are selected as the final candidate and a degree is listed as a minimum qualification for the position, please be prepared to provide verification of your completed education before moving forward in the hiring process. Note: Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application.
The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.
The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.
Working Conditions
Standard hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.
This position is eligible for remote work, hybrid work option may be available.
Operates in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and shifting priorities.
Flexibility is essential to meet tight deadlines.
Requires regular interaction with government staff, agency partners and contractors.
Performs duties with a high level of independence under general supervision from administrative leadership.
Project assignments are typically managed through Workfront by a Team Lead, with established due dates and milestone reviews conducted by team leads or designated team members.
About Publications and Creative Services Office (PCS)
The Publications and Creative Services Office manages the writing, design, development, printing, and distribution of ODHS and OHA publications for internal and external audiences. The team's professionals provide the following services to you and other ODHS and OHA staff and partners:
Support language access by providing translations and alternate formats
Consult with ODHS and OHA staff and partners to plan professional-quality publications that reflect agency style guidelines and are appropriate to the audience
Edit and proof materials created by staff experts and partners in their individual fields
Write materials for ODHS and OHA programs and offices as requested
Provide graphic design, layout, original and digital illustrations, forms creation, graphic artwork, and Web and electronic materials for ODHS- and OHA-generated publications
Coordinate printing and distribution of publications.
Background Checks and Requirements
If selected as a finalist, we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification. Additional background check information.
The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
Benefits
ODHS Employee Resource Group communities that promote shared learning.
Cost of Living Adjustments.
Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
Amazing benefits package.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Employment Preference
Veterans’ preference:
How to submit your Veteran documents for preference. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
NOTE: Effective, January 1, 2026, current and former servicemembers of the Oregon National Guard are eligible for preference in public employment, who meet the qualifications of the position. For more information, please visit, https://www.oregon.gov/jobs/Pages/Veterans.aspx
General Information
This is a permanent, full-time position and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.
Contact Information
We invite you to contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), application questions or job-specific questions.
The recruiter for this position is Nora Leyva Esquivel. If you contact the recruiter, please include the job requisition number: REQ-193772.
Email: Nora.L.LEYVA-ESQUIVEL@odhs.oregon.gov
Phone (call or text): 503-269-4222