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Photographer / Maine State Archives

State of Maine

Augusta, Maine

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$21.54–$30.14
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Pagemaker, Adobe Photoshop, Audiovisual, Communication Skills, Community and Social Services, Continuous Improvement, Customer Relations, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Support/Service, Desktop Publishing, Detail Oriented, Digital Media, Electronic Publishing, Establish Priorities, Film, Graphic Design, Graphics, Identify Issues, Imaging Application, Multitasking, Plotters, Power Amplifier, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Printers, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Promotional Products, Publications, Service Delivery, Team Building, Team Player, Technical Support, Time Management, Video Data Formats, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Augusta, Maine
POSTED
30+ days ago
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Department: Secretary of State / Maine State Archives

Division: Archives

Location: Augusta

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40hrs.

Grade: 21

Salary: $21.54 - $30.14

Closing Date: April 30, 2026

Join Our Team at the Department of the Secretary of State:
At the Department of the Secretary of State, we are a team dedicated to providing efficient and exceptional service to our community. We prioritize work-life balance and offer excellent benefits to support our team in achieving professional success while maintaining personal well-being. Join a team that fosters a culture of teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement, offering opportunities for growth and making a meaningful impact on the lives of our citizens.

Are you ready to make a difference?
We are looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. If you are passionate about delivering outstanding public service, contributing to a high-performing team, and supporting the people of Maine every day, we want you on our team.

About the Position:
The Photographer position involves technical services work with the production of still and motion pictures, complex graphic designs, desktop publishing and a variety of presentation materials for governmental purposes. The worker directs and/or performs the production, processing and distribution of a variety of printed photographic and electronic media. The work often requires the application of special photographic or photo reproduction methods and techniques. A variety of specialized software and electronic media and equipment are often utilized. Work is performed under limited supervision.

What We're Looking For:
  • Customer Service Excellence: Demonstrated ability to provide courteous, accurate, and efficient service in a fast-paced setting with a diverse public.
  • Team Collaboration: Work effectively within a team, supporting shared goals and contributing to a respectful, productive workplace.
  • Adaptability: Adjust quickly to new procedures, policies, and technologies as agency needs evolve.
  • Attention to Detail: A focus on accuracy and thoroughness in completing tasks and managing responsibilities. Confidently make informed decisions and stay solution-focused while managing multiple priorities without sacrificing accuracy or customer satisfaction.
  • Clear Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to explain complex rules and processes in a way that is easy for the public to understand.
  • Problem-Solving: Identify and resolve issues efficiently while maintaining a calm and helpful demeanor.
  • Professionalism: Consistently represent the Department with respect, integrity, and accountability.

Key Competencies We Value:
  • Emotional Intelligence: Empathetic, self-aware, and able to manage high-stress interactions with tact.
  • Time Management: Prioritize tasks and complete assignments accurately and on time.
  • Commitment to Excellence: Dedication to high-quality work, accuracy, and upholding public trust.
  • Continuous Improvement: A mindset focused on improving processes, learning new skills, and supporting team development.

In This Role You Will:
  • Create and prepare photographic images to display in a variety of published and electronic media.
  • Create a variety of complex graphic design art for print and digital media, design and create layouts, and combine and manipulate text and graphic elements of publications and materials to create and produce effective informational and promotional materials and products.
  • Utilize specialized graphic design, publishing, and imaging software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, PageMaker, and InDesign, and a variety of hardware such as flatbed, slide and negative scanners, plotters, printers, and graphics tablets to accomplish tasks and projects.
  • Operate and utilize a variety of audio/visual equipment such as digital, 35mm, medium and large format cameras, video cameras and recorders, computer, overhead and slide projectors, public address systems, microphones, amplifiers, mixers, and audio recorders to provide support and technical a

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State of Maine