Agency

Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division

Tryon Palace Historic Sites , Gardens

Job Classification Title

Graphic Designer I (S)

Position Number

65010817

Grade

NC05

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) enriches people’s lives through education and stewardship of North Carolina’s natural and cultural resources. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including historic sites, museums, state parks, trails, aquariums, the North Carolina Zoo, the Library of North Carolina, the State Archives, the North Carolina Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the North Carolina Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. These programs and places unite North Carolinians, create a shared identity, and provide common ground. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team.

Description of Work

This position is responsible for designing and producing published materials for Tryon Palace. The responsibilities of the position are diverse, fast paced and collaborative. This position is expected to maintain Tryon Palace’s look, brand, and messaging across all published materials including marketing collateral, advertising, in-house publications, development/membership materials, invitations, signage, digital ads and communications, exhibit signage, brochure layout and design, calendars and others.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

· Design of all marketing, promotional and informational material for Tryon Palace and the North Carolina History Center, to include print and digital advertisements, brochures, posters, publications, signage, event maps, web page images, invitations, in-house exhibits, and other.
· Work in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Acrobat Pro, Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.) and with Microsoft Office skills to creatively collaborate on designs and produce print and digital collateral.
· Provide electronic media support with photo editing for print and digital needs.
· Use efficient time management skills for planning and making monthly advertising deadlines and other project deadlines, while working on multiple projects at a time.
· Work collaboratively with the Public Affairs team on planning and executing special projects, fundraising events and other Tryon Palace events and programming.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.

Recruitment Range: $33,902.00 - $46,000.00

To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:

• Experience applying branding and image in the design of graphics, advertising, publications, signage, and promotional materials.

• Experience with interactive media products and software (HTML, PHP, MySQL, Wordpress, JavaScript)

• Experience in photography and video editing (Final Cut Pro), multimedia design, or motion graphics production.

Position/Physical Requirements

• Must be available to work the schedule of Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm.

• Must have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.

This position is located at:

529 S. Front St.

New Bern, NC 28562

Minimum Education and Experience

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 the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Associate's degree in visual/graphic design, commercial art or related area of assignment from an appropriately accredited institution:

OR

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma

AND

two years of experience in visual/graphic design, commercial art, or related to the area of assignment;

OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Section/Unit Description

Public Affairs performs a range of public information and public related work for Tryon Palace.  This work includes developing and delivering promotional and informational materials through a variety of information media – print, digital, radio, broadcast and social media.  The Public Affairs team also includes Development and Special Events.  Together, they work collaboratively to engage the public with Tryon Palace and build support for its mission.

Division Description

Tryon Palace welcomes, inspires, and engages all visitors and patrons to discover eastern North Carolina’s rich and dynamic history. At Tryon Palace, North Carolina’s first permanent colonial and state capitol, we interpret the history of our community and state using living history, programming, and exhibits to present an authentic view. With scholarship and integrity, we preserve and interpret buildings, landscapes, collections, and gardens that tell the story of One History, Many Voices.​

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Supplemental and Contact Information 

The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence. 

We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community. 

Application Process

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.   Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
• Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. The hiring process may take several weeks.
• Be sure to complete the application in full. Applicants are unable to submit more than one application to an individual posting.  Only one application received prior to the closing date will be accepted.  Applications must be submitted by 11:59:59 PM on the night prior to the closing date.  

Degree/College Credit Verification 

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your 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. 

Veteran’s and National Guard Preference 

Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application. 

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. 

Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application. 

ADA Accommodations 

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DNCR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DNCR will ensure that persons with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below. 

Employment Eligibility 

It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and DNCR that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System). 

CONTACT INFORMATION:  

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division of Human Resources

109 E. Jones Street, Raleigh, NC 27601 

Phone: 919-814-6670

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Mary McClintock

Email:

[email protected]