Graphic Arts Designer

Salary : $43,596.80 - $71,011.20 AnnuallyLocation : Various, MIJob Type: Permanent Full TimeJob Number: 1501-24BK-COMM1Department: Civil RightsOpening Date: 07/29/2024Closing Date: 8/5/2024 11:59 PM EasternBargaining Unit: TECHNICAL (SEIU)Job DescriptionThis position serves as the brand coordinator and graphic designer for the department and is housed within the Communications Division. This position designs and executes communications materials for MDCR and MCRC, with an emphasis on creating accessible design. Responsible for designing accessible electronic and print deliverables, logos and marks; assisting with maintaining website look and feel; assisting with website content management, advising on and maintaining brand integrity and consistency department-wide. Serves as primary departmental photographer and photo archivist. This position coordinates all design assignments as directed.Required Education and ExperienceThis position generally requires two years of college with course work in art, art education, or graphic art design. Specific information on the education and experience required for different class levels is in theAdditional Requirements and InformationIn addition to your resume, cover letter, and transcripts, please submit at least two or more samples of your accessible graphic design work with your application.State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.More details on benefits for our new hires are below:Rewarding Work: State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state's military and veterans; rebuild our state's infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.Insurance Benefits: The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees' annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.Retirement Programs: The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state's contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available at http://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.Vacation and Sick Leave: Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leave immediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year's Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.Bonus Programs: Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.Military Pay Differential: Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.Tax-Advantaged Programs: In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.Student Loan Forgiveness: Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Information to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.Tuition Reduction: Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.Alternative and Remote Work Schedules: Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.Great Lakes and Great Times: Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park-just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan's affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.Updated: 2/28/2401GARTDES - Do you possess one of the following?At least two years of college (60 semester or 90 term credits) with course work in art, art education, or graphic art design (if so, please attach a copy of your college transcripts); OR at least two years of commercial art or graphic presentation experience.• Yes• No02GARTDES - Please select your level of experience.• One to two years of experience in commercial art or graphic presentation.• Two to three years of experience in commercial art or graphic presentation equivalent to a Graphic Arts Designer.• Three to four years of experience in commercial art or graphic presentation equivalent to a Graphic Arts Designer.• Four to five years of experience in commercial art or graphic presentation equivalent to a Graphic Arts Designer.• At least five years of experience in commercial art or graphic presentation equivalent to a Graphic Arts Designer.03Please select your level of experience with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, and PhotoShop.• None• Less than one year• One to three years• Three or more years04Please describe what design software you are proficient in, and give examples of projects where you've used them.05Please select your level of experience designing and laying out printed materials?• None• Less than one year• One to three years• Three or more years06Describe your experience creating accessible digital versions of materials as needed for use in websites, social media platforms, emails, eNewsletters, etc. If no experience, please indicate N/A.07Do you have experience in photography?• Yes• No08If you have experience in photography, please explain.09Did you submit samples of your work with your application?• Yes• NoRequired Question