What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graphic Designer position at City of Lincoln/Lancaster County, NE?
Salary :
53,574.56 - $71,456.32 AnnuallyLocation :
Lincoln, NEJob Type :
Full time / probationary or statusJob Number :
202500088Department :
Mayor's DepartmentOpening Date :
01 / 29 / 2025Closing Date :
2 / 13 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central
Job Posting InformationJoin the dynamic team in the Communications Division at the City of Lincoln! We are a dedicated group of professionals committed to serving our community and advancing the interests of our city. As part of our efforts to engage with residents and communicate effectively, we are seeking a talented
Graphic Designer
to join our team.
As a Graphic Designer on the City Communications team, you will play a crucial role in shaping the visual identity of our city and conveying important information to our residents. You will work closely with our communications team to create engaging and informative graphics for various platforms, including social media, websites, print materials, presentations, and more.What does a day in the life look like?
Creating print and digital materials such as brochures, posters, packaging, and other visual media for the City of Lincoln and its divisions.Managing multiple design projects simultaneously, adhering to strict deadlines and ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality work.Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including public information officers, City staff, designers, copywriters, and developers, to execute projects effectively.Leading and guiding the development of brand design strategies, ensuring consistency across all visual elements and channels.Mentoring team members who assist with design, providing constructive feedback and fostering their growth and development.Encouraging a collaborative and creative work environment, motivating the team to achieve outstanding results.Benefits for YOU
The accrual of 88 hours of vacation leave hours per year.The accrual of 95.94 sick leave hours per year.11 paid holidays and 2 personal convenience holidays per year.Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental term life insurance the first of the month following your start date.Ability to contribute to a medical and / or dependent care flexible spending account.Tuition reimbursement at a rate of $1,250, inclusive of lab fees, per contract year for courses offered by an accredited educational institution.$70,000 of life insurance.After six months of employment the City will contribute to a Post Employment Health Plan (PEHP) on your behalf.Eligible to enroll in the City's 401(a) Retirement Plan. If you make a 7% contribution, the City will contribute 9%.You may elect to contribute to a Deferred Compensation Plan.You are eligible to receive up to six weeks of paid parental leave following the birth of a child / children or starting the placement of a child / children through adoption or foster care.Minimum QualificationsGraduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in broadcasting, journalism, communications, marketing, business or public administration emphasizing public relations, public affairs and public information work or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the desirable knowledge, abilities and skills.We value each City of Lincoln employee and one way we demonstrate this is by providing an attractive and competitive total compensation package that adds value to our employees' professional and personal lives. The following benefits are available for this position :
Pay increases
are available upon completion of the 6-month new employee probationary period, and annually thereafter based on performance.We encourage
a healthy work-life balance
by offering 11 days of vacation leave and 12 days of sick leave annually that you begin accruing upon hire; plus 11 paid holidays and 2 personal convenience days.All
medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family
begin the first of the month following hire, no need to wait!30 days of
Paid Parental LeaveEmployee Assistance Programs
offering work / life services, wellness coaching, short-term counseling, legal assistance, and financial coaching.Up to 4 days of
Funeral and Bereavement
Leave$70,000 of
Life Insurance$1,250 of
Tuition Reimbursement401(a) Retirement Plan . If you make a 7% contribution, the City will contribute 9%Employer provided
Post Employment Health Plan
for eligible medical expenses that occur after you leave City employment.Optional benefits include :
Medical and / or Dependent Care
Flexible Spending AccountsAllstate Voluntary PlansSupplemental Term LifeDeferred Compensation Plans
A part of the application process for this position will be a review of candidate work samples. Please attach a portfolio of your work.
Done!
Have you had experience in marketing and / or advertising?
YesNo
If yes, please list the employers where you acquired this experience and describe your work duties.04
Please indicate if you have college level graphic design coursework or a degree in the following (check highest level obtained).
Journalism - coursework onlyJournalism - Bachelor's degreeCommunications - coursework onlyCommunications - Bachelor's degreeMarketing - coursework onlyMarketing - Bachelor's degreeGraphic Design - coursework onlyGraphic Design - Bachelor's degreenone
Do you have experience in communications or public relations?
No experienceYes, less than 6 monthsyes, 6 months to two yearsYes, 2 to 4 yearsYes, more than 4 years
If yes, please list the employers where you acquired this experience and describe your duties.07
Do you have experience in government communications?
YesNo
If yes, please list the employers where you acquired this experience and describe your duties.09
Have you had experience in developing public information campaigns?
YesNo
If yes, please list the employers where you acquired this experience and describe your duties.11
Please indicate if you have experience in the following (check all that apply)
Producing brochuresDeveloping newspaper advertisementsDeveloping information displaysBrandingSocial MediaPublic communication / involvement activitiesOtherNo experience
If yes, please list the employers where you acquired this experience.13
Indicate if you have experience with the followingsoftware / programs :
Microsoft office - some experienceMicrosoft Office - proficientInDesign - some experienceInDesign - proficientPhotoshop - some experiencePhotoshop - proficientAdobe Acrobat - some experienceAdobe Acrobat - proficientOther programsNone
List other programs : 15
For question 14, please list the employers where you acquired this experience.Required Question
Salary : $53,575 - $71,456
