Design Graphics Jobs in Pennsylvania (NOW HIRING)

THE POSITION Are you searching for a role that combines your design skills and passion for hunting, trapping, wildlife conservation, or outdoor recreation in Pennsylvania. Apply for this Wildlife Conservation Education Specialist position and be a Graphic Designer for the Pennsylvania Game Commission, Bureau of Marketing & Strategic Communications. With our team, you will create visually appealing digital and traditional graphic designs that help generate public awareness of our mission, news, updates, and initiatives.

Grow your creative ability while helping a team that touches the lives of communities and creatures statewide. DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Graphic Designer for the Commission's Bureau of Marketing & Strategic Communications, you will create clear and engaging visual materials to help our agency reach people in clear and meaningful ways. Our team will rely on you to create appealing designs and participate in marketing initiatives and events.

Your duties in this role will include: Graphic Design Processes: Design graphics and manage uploading process of visual project materials for marketing, outreach, web content, social media, and other agency needs Brand Strategy Support: Participate in development and strategic planning for agency marketing initiatives Design Project Management: Work with multiple teams on a wide range design projects; encourage and assist staff in branding public communication materials Community Engagement: Assist with marketing initiatives and events that explain Commission programs and generate support and interest Quality and Accuracy: Proofread, check content for accuracy, and ensure all graphics align with agency guidelines and mission goals Design Innovation: Stay current on design trends and tools to ensure agency outreach continues to connect with new and existing audiences Interested in learning more. Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 7:45 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 45-minute lunch.

Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. Telework is not permitted during the initial six-month probationary period; eligibility may be granted upon its successful completion. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.

If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.

Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Two years of professional experience in the development and implementation of conservation education programs; and a bachelor's degree with course work in wildlife management, journalism, communications, or a closely related field; or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Additional Requirement: You must be able to perform essential job functions. Preferred Qualification (not required): Possess a current Class C driver's license which is not under suspension Legal Requirements: This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.

Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education)

If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.

Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work.

Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs

To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.