Graphic Designer I

Job Details Agency Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services Division Agriculture Consumer Service Job Classification Title Graphic Designer I (S) Position Number 60011855 Grade NC05 About Us The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees. Description of Work Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above. *** This is a readvertisement. All previous applicants MUST reapply to be considered. *** This role involves collaborating with a graphic design team to implement designs across multiple platforms, including but not limited to offset printing, wide-format printing, social and digital media. The primary goal is to promote the state's agriculture through graphic design by creating printed materials, specialty publications, reports, logos, visual displays, and more, for the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Agricultural Statistics Service (USDA NASS). Candidates should be proficient with current industry-standard graphic design software to create vector graphics, social media graphics, charts and graphs, and other design elements. Designs will be developed based on both oral and written specifications. Work will be performed under general supervision and evaluated based on quality, accuracy, and client satisfaction. Employees may also be required to perform additional duties as needed. The Graphics Unit’s primary role is to offer graphic design and printing support to NCDA&CS divisions and their partners. It also supports the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (USDA NASS) at the national, regional, and field office levels. This work is conducted under a Memorandum of Understanding between NCDA&CS and USDA NASS. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Management Preferences Recruitment Range: $33,902 - $50,000 A thorough knowledge of graphic design principles and significant experience with offset printing operations. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud graphic design software to specifically include proficiency in – Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, and Adobe Photoshop. Ability to consult with and offer support to clients/customer as it relates to the area of work. Physical stamina to lift, stand, and bend, with the ability to handle light physical strain. Prefer the ability to work with wide format knowledge of a Windows PC environment, working within a local area network (LAN), and Microsoft Office. Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidate’s related education and experience. Applicants seeking veteran's/National Guard preference should submit a copy of their Form DD-214, NGB 23A (RPAS), DD256 or NGB 22. All Law Enforcement positions, aviation safety-sensitive positions, and positions requiring a Pilot's License or a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing. All positions requiring a Commercial Driver's License shall also be subject to pre-employment DMV physicals. Selected applicants must obtain a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) medical certificate prior to employment. If a CDL is listed as a preference and the selected applicant has a CDL at the time of hire, then the CDL will become a requirement for the position. Minimum Education and Experience Associate’s degree in visual/graphic design, commercial art or related area of assignment from an appropriately accredited institution: or High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of experience in visual/graphic design, commercial art, or related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Additional Information State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. #J-18808-Ljbffr