Graphics & Sign Assistant - Open to Current CSULB Employees Only

The Beach•Long Beach, CA

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Join the vibrant community at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB)! Located just three miles from the Pacific Ocean, CSULB offers an inspiring workplace and an exceptional Southern California lifestyle. Our 322-acre campus—one of the largest in the CSU system—serves more than 42,000 students and is known for its commitment to student success, innovation, and impactful academic and research initiatives. As a member of the CSULB community, you’ll experience a dynamic environment filled with cultural landmarks, collaborative energy, and opportunities to make a meaningful difference. Work-life balance thrives here. Long Beach blends coastal relaxation with urban vibrancy, offering miles of beaches, year-round sunshine, a thriving arts and food scene, and convenient access to both Los Angeles and Orange County. It’s an ideal place to grow your career while enjoying everything Southern California has to offer. Job Summary Under immediate supervision and direction of the Sign Coordinator or designee, this position assists in creating graphic design, layout and signs for the purpose of signage on campus.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess strong computer skills, including working knowledge of spreadsheet and word‑processing applications, and the ability to learn and effectively use in‑house maintenance and campus event management systems.
They demonstrate excellent oral, written, interpersonal, and customer service skills, with experience communicating professionally with all levels of administration, faculty, staff, contractors, and the public.
This individual is highly organized, adaptable, and creative, able to multitask and prioritize projects in fast‑paced, high‑pressure environments while working with diverse populations.
Familiarity with multi‑line phones, paging systems, and graphic design tools such as Canva or Adobe Suite, along with a willingness to complete certified Adobe Illustrator training within the first year, is essential.
Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community.
Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures.
Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and six months of related professional or technical experience required.
Valid California Driver's License.
Employees who are required to operate motorized vehicles and/or use their personal vehicle more than once a month on university business are required to take a mandatory Defensive Driving course and enroll in the DMV Employee Pull Notice (EPN) Program.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 3 years experience preferred producing graphic design to include graphic art layout, branding and logo design, typography and applying color theory.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Sign Coordinator, operate a variety of graphic publishing software programs such as Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator to develop signage designs and delineate campus environments for proposed signage with the use of photography, illustrations and mockups.
Assists Sign Coordinator on job walks with customers.
Under the direction of the Sign Coordinator, prepare layouts and produce materials using standard skills and knowledge related to the design, creation and display of visual print, multimedia and electronic materials.

Benefits

To be eligible for full benefits, employees must be appointed at least half-time (.50 FTE) with an appointment lasting more than six months and one day.
Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on appointment type, classification, and applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Eligible employees may have access to a comprehensive benefits package that can include:
Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans.
Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERS defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as 403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiver programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by employee group and bargaining unit.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.
Additional Benefits: Wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance.
Candidates are encouraged to review the appropriate CSU Employee Benefits Summary for details specific to their position.
Additionally, the CSU Total Compensation Calculator is available to help prospective employees understand the full value of the CSU benefits package and how it complements base salary.