Job Description

About ClearGov

Our mission is to create easy-to-use software to help local governments plan, budget and report better. ClearGov is a rapidly growing, venture-funded SaaS company that offers a complete planning, budgeting and financial reporting suite that enables local governments to plan, build, and present their financials more efficiently and effectively. We’re a mission-driven company that envisions a world where modern software enables every local government to best serve and improve its community.

Our software is utilized nationwide by more than a thousand towns, cities, school districts, and other local agencies who are part of the ClearGov community, and we’re adding more every day. We’ve been named to the “GovTech 100” for eight years running, and we’re on BostInno’s “50 On Fire” list, as well. ClearGov also earned a place on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s Fastest Growing Companies for four consecutive years: 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024.

The ClearGov team is a tight-knit group of talented folks who are passionate about our mission and committed to building a positive, productive company culture. We believe in a work-hard/play-hard environment, and every day, we strive to get better at our work, all while being considerate, trustworthy, and transparent in everything we do.

About the Opportunity

At ClearGov, we're revolutionizing how local governments and school districts manage and communicate their finances through easy-to-use yet powerful digital products. Our modern digital products transform complex financial data into clear, actionable insights. We're seeking a talented Graphic/UI Designer to join our design team and help shape the visual language of our products and brand. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact by creating designs that not only look great but also enhance the user experience for thousands of public sector professionals.

• Work under the guidance of experienced designers
• Contribute to both product design and marketing initiatives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product, Sales, Marketing, and Client Success
• Opportunity for mentorship and professional growth
• Creative environment with continually new opportunities and projects focused on financial and budgeting SaaS applications for local governments and school districts.

Key Responsibilities

At ClearGov, visual design is the bridge between complex financial information and user-friendly interfaces. As our Graphic Designer, you'll work alongside our product designers to bring clarity and appeal to our solutions, while also supporting our marketing efforts to communicate our value proposition effectively, drive sales, and fuel new customer growth.

• Collaborate with product designers to create visually appealing and effective user interfaces for our financial and budgeting SaaS applications
• Design intuitive visual components and design patterns that enhance the usability of our product suite
• Develop marketing materials that align with and reinforce our recently refreshed brand identity, supporting sales initiatives and customer acquisition
• Assist in maintaining and documenting our product design system and brand guidelines
• Help support and document design system components under guidance from product designers
• Produce sales and marketing materials, including website updates, presentations, and event collateral to drive business growth
• Implement and maintain brand consistency across all design work
• Create high-fidelity mockups and interactive product prototypes using Figma

Critical Skills/Experience

The ideal candidate for this role will bring a blend of technical skills, creative talent, and collaborative spirit. These qualities are essential for translating complex financial concepts into visually appealing and user-friendly designs, while also contributing to our marketing efforts, sales growth, and overall brand consistency.

Must Haves

• Experience in graphic design, with a portfolio showcasing digital and print marketing materials, plus website and user interface visual designs
• Proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite
• Strong visual design skills with an eye for typography, color, and layout
• Familiarity with the principles of user-centered design
• Experience in creating high-fidelity mockups and prototypes
• Strong communication skills and ability to explain design choices
• Experience with or interest in SaaS product design
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and adapt to changing priorities
• Eagerness to learn and grow in a dynamic environment

Great to Haves

• Familiarity with design systems and component libraries
• Experience or interest in data visualization design
• Familiarity with project management tools like Jira

  The Ideal ClearGov Candidate:

• Self-motivated, self-starter with a zeal to win 
• Great communicator; strong visual, oral, and written skills 
• Ability to think creatively and innovatively 
• Hands-on problem solver who enjoys cracking difficult nuts 
• Quick study – able to pick up and apply new concepts quickly
• Track record of achievement 
• Enjoys working on and helping to build outstanding teams 
• Demonstrates an entrepreneurial spirit and gets stuff done 
• A sense of humor and doesn’t take him/herself too seriously 

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Equity Package
• Quality Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans 
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance 
• Life Insurance 
• 401K Plan with Match
• Flexible Personal Time Off Policy
• 3 Floating Holidays (in addition to 10 Holidays Observed)
• 2 Volunteer Days Off
• Parental Leave
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Annual All Hands In-Person Event

How to Apply:

• Interested candidates should apply here:
• ClearGov is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

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ClearGov is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. ClearGov makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

At ClearGov, we believe in the value of diversity, and we know that diverse perspectives will help us build a stronger team to accomplish our shared mission to help local governments work better.

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