Graphic Designer

Salary :

41,655.00 - $72,897.00 Annually

Location : Wake County, NC

Job Type : Permanent Full-Time

Job Number :

24-15493-CMDE-60033864

Department :

Wildlife Resource Commission

Division : Wildlife Education

Opening Date : 01 / 02 / 2025

Closing Date :

1 / 20 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Eastern

Job Class Title :

Information & Communications Specialist I

Position Number : 60033864

Section :

WRC : Communications, Marketing & Digital Engagement (CMDE)

Salary Grade : NC10

Recruitment Range : 41,655 - $67,000

Description of Work

The NC Wildlife Resources Commission Mission Statement is to conserve North Carolina's wildlife resources and their habitats and provide programs and opportunities that allow hunters, anglers, boaters and other outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy wildlife-associated recreation. The Commission is the regulatory agency responsible for the enforcement of N.C. fishing, hunting, trapping and boating laws. The NCWRC employs 700 full-time staff across the state, including wildlife and fisheries biologists and technicians, wildlife law enforcement officers, wildlife educators, communication specialists, customer service, information technology, and administrative professionals.

The Office of Communications, Marketing and Digital Engagement (CMDE) for the Wildlife Resources Commission engages North Carolina's citizens and visitors in understanding their connections to the state's natural resources, particularly its wildlife resources, and to the Wildlife Resources Commission. The primary function of the Office of Communications, Marketing and Digital Engagement is to impart messaging designed to facilitate the conservation of the state's natural and wildlife resources, their habitats, and the environment humans share with these resources. The Office provides targeted support for efforts to increase the agency's constituency base, promote specific activities and events, maintain and enhance corporate and partnership support of agency programs, and develop marketing initiatives to accomplish the agency's mission. The office is directly responsible for all agency's communications and marketing efforts, including internal and external communication, video development, photography, agency websites, social media platforms (Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, Vimeo, NextDoor and LinkedIn), graphics design and the agency's magazine, Wildlife in North Carolina.

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is accepting applications for a

Graphic Designer (

Information and Communications Specialist I)

for our Office of Communications, Marketing and Digital Engagement (CMDE).

The Graphic Designer is responsible for development of web and print based graphic design. This graphic design work increases awareness of and generates support for the agency and for wildlife conservation; broadens awareness of the agency's polices, science-based programs and collaborative partnerships; and increases the visibility of its programs across key stakeholder audiences.

The Graphic Designer : Performs a range of graphic design used in promotional, instructional and educational materials (digital and print) for the agency's website, social media, electronic newsletter, brochures, banners, posters, invitations, teaching aids and exhibits;Consults with agency staff to determine project parameters such as purpose, audience, conceptual focus, and scope and concept of cost options; andCollaborates with all WRC divisions and other members of the CMDE team.The schedule associated with this position is Monday-Friday, 8 : 00am - 5 : 00pm (40 hours / week). This position also allows for a 1-day per week telework schedule. This position will be based out of our Wildlife Resources Commission Headquarters in Raleigh, NC (Wake County).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

Qualified Applicants must possess :

Experience in Graphic Design;Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office; andTechnical proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.

Special Requirement : Interviewed candidates will be required to present a portfolio of graphic design work.Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov / experience-guide for detail.

Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, public affairs, journalism, English, or related field from an appropriately accredited institution;ORan equivalent combination of education and experience.Supplemental and Contact Information

• PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION ON-LINE USING THE OSHR JOB SEEKERS WEBSITE
• All applicants must complete and submit a State application for employment using the NeoGov Online Job Application System located on the Office of State Human Resources "Work for NC" website ( ) for the State of North Carolina.

If you are having technical issues submitting your application, please call the NeoGov (governmentjobs.com) Help Line at 855-524-5627.

Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax reference the contact information below. All applicants should indicate the position number and job title in the section "Jobs Applied For".

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 Form, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty along with your application.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference (to include North Carolina Army National Guard & North Carolina Air National Guard) must attach a copy of the NGB 23A (RPAS) or a copy of the DD256 or NGB 22 along with your application.

All Required Competencies, Work History, and Credentials must appear in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application form to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State Application form. Applications stating "See Attached Resume" or including an embedded text resume will be considered incomplete and will not be processed.

If you have started a college degree program but have not completed it - please document the number of Semester CREDIT HOURS you have completed in the Education section of your application.

For more information about this posting, contact the Wildlife Resources Commission Human Resources Office. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. To check the status of your application, log in to your NeoGov account and click "Application Status". Normal processing time for applications is 30-45 days from the closing date of the posting.

CONTACT INFORMATION :

NC Wildlife Resources CommissionHuman Resources OfficePhone : 919-707-0101Fax : 919-707-0108

NOTE : For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments : There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.For permanent and time-limited appointments :

Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 hours work / week for participation.

Please select the option that best describes your highest level of education completed. (If you have started a degree program, but have not completed it, (1) list the number of completed CREDIT HOURS and (2) attach a copy of your transcript.)

Master's degree completedBachelor's degree completedAssociates degree completedGraduation from High School and some college coursesGraduation from High School or GEDAttended, but did not complete High School

I understand that the hiring salary for this position will be determined based on education, experience and equity AND offered within the recruitment range of $41,655 - $67,000 (as listed on the posting.)

YesNo

In order to receive credit for supplemental questions, you must provide information within the body of the application that will support your answers. It is critical in our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information. Have you provided support information regarding your qualifications (knowledge, skills and abilities) for the position in which you are applying?

YesNo

Required Question

Salary : $41,655 - $67,000