Graphic Designer

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meetings of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

• Coordinate graphic design and layout work, design brochures, booklets, fliers, PowerPoint.
  presentations, digital media, website layout, UX/UI design, landing pages, graphics for social. 
• Media usage, email design/templates, and/or any related communication pieces to/for the
  Secretary of State's office.
  Manage creative design projects by assessing and prioritizing agency and department needs,
  developing project timelines, executing design and helping with distribution and
  implementation.
  Oversee purchase of design-related products including office and outreach collateral and
  display materials.
  Perform market research for current graphic design practices and tools. Implement best practices.
  Train staff on different design tools and/or software.

Knowledge of graphic design and visual art pertaining to agency and statewide communication
Knowledge of computer-generated programs and graphic design software such as Adobe
Creative Suite
Knowledge of commercial printing procedures and requirements
Skill in:

Project management
Research
Critical thinking
Design modification
Organization
Time management
Customer service
Proofreading
Problem solving
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in a written format
Ability to use artistic skills to communicate ideas in order to inform the public
Ability to collaborate and work with a team
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Two years' experience working in a design or creative capacity

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance.
  

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.

State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State sponsored retirement contribution plan and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.