Description of Work
Unleash your potential and make an impact! The Department of Commerce, Division of Workforce Solutions is currently accepting applications for the Graphic Designer II - Raleigh.
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits, including health insurance, as well as retirement.
- Salary Grade: NC07**
- Salary range is $35,984 - $56,225**
This is a time limited position.
Join the Division of Workforce Solutions (DWS) Communications team and help us make a difference for North Carolinians. As part of the broader Communications team within the Department of Commerce, DWS Communications supports and promotes vital workforce programs and services. We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented Graphic Designer to help visually communicate our mission: connecting jobseekers and employers through the NCWorks Career Centers.
Key Responsibilities
- Design a wide range of print and digital materials to support internal and external communications.
- Create engaging graphics and visual content for websites, social media, and other digital platforms.
- Manage design projects from conception through delivery, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning.
- Collaborate directly with program managers and stakeholders to plan and execute projects.
- Oversee print vendors and contracts to ensure quality and consistency in deliverables.
- Supervise design equipment and coordinate with personnel to ensure effective use of resources
About The Division Of Workforce Solutions
The Division of Workforce Solutions (DWS) is North Carolina’s state workforce agency, providing leadership in workforce development through the administration of statewide programs, funding, and partnerships that support North Carolina’s citizens and businesses. The Division administers programs under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Wagner-Peyser Act, and other U.S. Department of Labor grants, including special initiatives aimed at strengthening workforce efforts across the state.
Incentives of NC State Employment
We value our employees and offer a wide variety of competitive and family-friendly benefits. Benefits to include:
- 12 Annual Paid Holidays
- North Carolina State Health Plan administered by Aetna
- Supplemental Benefits including Flexible Spending Accounts, Accident Insurance, Cancer & Specified Disease, Critical Illness, Dental and Vision
- NC State Retirement (TSERS)
- WeSave Employee Discounts
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities / Competencies
The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience Requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application (additional statement below). Click these links for additional information: Introduction to the Job Application and Addressing Knowledge, Skills and Abilities.
To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:
- Thorough knowledge of visual design principles, including photography, layout, and typography, applicable to the creation of print and digital content.
- Knowledge of a variety of hardware and graphic design software tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite), as well as traditional design techniques used in visual communication.
- Knowledge of design organization principles and visual art elements to create effective and visually engaging materials.
- Ability to troubleshoot software, hardware, and equipment issues, and determine the most effective solutions.
- Strong multitasking abilities with the capacity to manage and deliver on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Client-focused mindset, with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships through effective listening, communication, and responsiveness.
- Consultative approach, offering design guidance and support tailored to client or stakeholder needs.
- Strategic thinking in advising clients on the best visual options to communicate information clearly and effectively.
- Analytical skills to assess communication needs and determine appropriate design solutions for the target audience, channel, and objective.
- Budget-conscious design planning, combining financial constraints with quality creative output.
- Creative expertise in promoting messages and services across a variety of visual media formats.
- Concept-to-delivery design execution, with the ability to take a creative idea from inception through to final production and distribution.
- Commitment to ongoing learning, with a drive to stay current on industry trends, tools, and emerging design practices.
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 visual/graphic design, commercial art or related area of assignment from an appropriately accredited institution; or
Associate's degree in visual/graphic design, commercial art or related area of assignment from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of visual/graphic design, commercial art or experience related to the area of assignment; or
High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and four years of experience in visual/graphic design, commercial art, or field related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Supplemental and Contact Information
About The Department Of Commerce
The North Carolina Department of Commerce is the state's lead agency for economic, community and workforce development. The department works with local, regional, national and international organizations to fulfill its mission to improve the economic well-being and quality of life for all North Carolinians.
Commerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.
Our Agency uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. All applicants must complete and submit a state application for employment using the NEOGOV Online Job Application System (
OSHR - Work for NC) for the State of North Carolina.
- PLEASE NOTE**It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates/licenses. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered in screening for qualifying credit. Attached or incorporated resumes (including Text resumes on application form) WILL NOT be used for screening for qualifying credit. Please make sure you complete the application in full. "See Resume" or "See Attachment"will NOT be accepted and will be considered an incomplete application and will not be processed. For additional information about applications and processes with the state of NC, please visit: How Do I Get the Job.
For consideration for this vacancy, all applicants must complete an on-line application using this link,
https://www.governmentjobs.com/Applications/Index/northcarolina. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting close date will be evaluated for consideration.
Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant's transcript. If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education. If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
- INCLUDE ALL RELEVANT EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE IN THE DESIGNATED EDUCATION AND WORK HISTORY SECTION ON THE FORMAL APPLICATION***
If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit
www.studentaid.gov to learn more.
- Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
- Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
- Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax.
Re-Entry for Formerly Incarcerated Individuals
Our Agency supports the
Governor’s Executive Order 303which seeks to re-employ individuals that were previously incarcerated. Formerly incarcerated individuals are invited to apply for any vacant Commerce position(s) in which they believe they are qualified.
By providing the requested information, you certify that you have given true, accurate and complete information on this attachment to the best of your knowledge. In the event confirmation is needed in connection with your work, you authorize educational institutions, associations, registration and licensing boards, and others to furnish whatever detail is available concerning your qualifications. You authorize investigation of all statements made in this application and understand that false information or documentation, or a failure to disclose relevant information may be grounds for rejection of your application, disciplinary action or dismissal if you are employed, and(or) criminal action. You further understand that dismissal upon employment shall be mandatory if fraudulent disclosures are given to meet position qualifications (Authority: GS 126-30, GS 14- 122.1).
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.
For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855.524.5627.
Samantha Costa
Recruitment/Salary Admin Tech
North Carolina Department of Commerce
samantha.costa@commerce.nc.gov
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.
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The answers to the supplemental questions associated with this vacancy are verified against the education and work experience documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Qualifying credit will be given for completed education and work experience that is documented in the respective sections. Please affirm by checking the following selection.
- I acknowledge that per the above statement, I will be given consideration for qualifying credit for all education or work experience included in the "Education" and "Work Experience" section of the application.
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Have you viewed the two YouTube videos located within the vacancy announcement?
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Do you have thorough knowledge of visual design principles, including photography, layout, and typography, applicable to the creation of print and digital content?
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Do you have knowledge of a variety of hardware and graphic design software tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite), as well as traditional design techniques used in visual communication?
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Do you have knowledge of design organization principles and visual art elements to create effective and visually engaging materials?
