Job No

5023918Work type:

Full-Time (Salaried)Location:

Richmond (City), VirginiaCategories

Health and Human Services, Public Relations / Communications

Title

Graphic Designer

State Role Title

Media Specialist lll

Hiring Range

$71,000-$76,000

Pay Band

4

Agency

Virginia Department of Health

Location:

Dept of Health

Agency Website

https://www.vdh.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is looking for a skilled Graphic Designer to join our team. This role is vital in creating and producing high-quality graphic materials for the Office of Family Health Services (OFHS) and WIC programs. These materials will have a significant impact statewide, reaching a diverse audience across Virginia.

The Graphic Designer will collaborate with both internal and external clients to develop visually appealing materials that align with VDH brand standards and support effective, evidence-based communication.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Collaborate with internal customers to develop, design, and complete illustrations and graphics for various Office of Family Health Services and WIC program projects, including presentations, marketing campaigns, health education materials, recruitment materials, and displays.
Utilize industry-standard software like Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and potentially motion graphics software to create professional visuals in both static and animated formats.
Ensure all graphic materials adhere to VDH brand standards and contribute to the creation of evidence-based, effective communication tools.
Manage graphic design projects, ensuring deadlines are met, accurate progress reports are provided, and a clear scope of work is maintained.
Assist with website design and updates using WordPress for the Office of Family Health Services, ensuring compliance with VDH brand guidelines.
Develop and schedule compelling social media graphics designed to drive health behavior changes.
Contribute to the Office of Health Services content calendar by creating evergreen graphics and infographics.
Serve as a resource for internal customers by providing assistance with desktop publishing and graphic layout suggestions.
Facilitate the timely completion of purchasing documents related to graphics and publication orders.
Act as a liaison between internal and external customers on graphics-related projects, including print orders.
Provide support for video production as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned, including assisting during emergency declarations.

The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and annual leave!

Minimum Qualifications

Proficiency in graphic design, with an emphasis on creating visuals for various marketing and communication purposes.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and familiarity with website design principles (specifically WordPress).
Strong understanding of visual design principles and best practices (color theory, composition, typography).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with clients and internal teams.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
Experience with social media content creation is a plus.

Additional Considerations

Working knowledge of VDH brand guidelines and accessibility standards.
Experience in the public sector or involvement in public campaigns demonstrating an understanding of clear, concise, and culturally sensitive communication for diverse audiences.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service's Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions.

It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website: www.vdh.virginia.gov.

If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.

As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer VDH Welcomes Veterans to apply!

Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.

Contact Information

Name: Az'Jalaiyah Scott

Phone: 804-489-7694

Email: Azjalaiyah.scott@vdh.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note

Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

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29 Aug 2024 Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close:

08 Sep 2024 Eastern Daylight Time

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