Electronic Design Coordinator - 20060034

Who we are:

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is committed to its mission “To ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all.” Our agency embraces the insightful use of our natural resources to assure the continued safety, happiness and prosperity of Ohio’s people.

ODNR owns and manages state parks, state forests, state nature preserves and wildlife areas. We license all hunting, fishing and watercraft; oversee and permit all mineral extraction, monitor dam safety, manage water resources and serve as the second largest Law Enforcement presence in the State of Ohio.

We are accepting applications for an Electronic Design Coordinator within the Division of Wildlife, headquartered at Fountain Square, assigned to Franklin county. The address is 2045 Morse Rd. Columbus, OH 43229. To learn more about the Division of Wildlife please visit https://wildohio.gov.

What you will do…

• Create original layout and graphic design for a variety of wildlife information and educational programs (e.g., hunter, trapper, fishing, firearm safety, archery, conservation).
• Update, modify and format established electronic designs using appropriate design software to edit, scale & color adjust images.
• Create design and layout for printed communication materials (e.g., publications, magazines, brochures, booklets, maps, surveys, posters, displays, banners, mailers, postcards, newsletters, certificates/awards, signs, forms, and logos) and electronic designs (e.g., website, social media, interactive, presentations, video, and basic animations).
• Create high-grade, professional design for print media using industry standard concepts and current design trends.
• Understand and apply typography standards, color relationships, basic design concepts with resolution and pixel requirements for print & web media.

What’s in it for you…

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after complete eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Employee Development Funds

• The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

We are ready for you!

We’re glad you’re interested in pursuing a rewarding career with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources! Exploring and protecting the natural beauty of Ohio will prove to be the most enjoyable career opportunity you will ever find!

Completion of an undergraduate core program in visual communications with emphasis on graphic design/industrial design, &/or fine arts with emphasis on graphic design AND 12 months of training or 12 months of experience in visual communications design &/or electronic design.

• OR completion of associate core program in visual communication technology or industrial design technology AND 24 months of training or 24 months of experience in visual communication design &/or electronic design.

• OR 24 months of training or 24 months of experience in the use of electronic graphic equipment & available software AND 24 months of training or 24 months of experience in visual communications design &/or electronic design.

• OR equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Knowledge of: public relations; agency policies & procedures (ODNR, Wildlife written, verbal, visual communications)*; humanities (fine arts, visual communications, layout design, art, graphic art or industrial design to include appropriate visual treatments & techniques); electronic data processing (computer hardware & software systems related to visual communications). Skill in: word processing & visual software (Adobe Creative Suite & Publishing Software: Indesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, MS Office Suite); equipment operation, use & maintenance of materials, tools & equipment in graphic art, industrial design & audio/visual communication (personal computer, printer, laminator, plotter printer, digital camera, hot/cold mounting & laminating equipment, flatbed scanner, slide scanner, hand tools, power tools, general office equipment). Ability to: define problems, collect data, establish facts & draw valid conclusions; add, subtract, multiply & divide whole numbers; electronically design & proof read technical materials; answer routine telephone inquiries form public; electronically design & proof read technical materials, recognize errors & make corrections; gather, collate & classify information about data, people or things; originate &/or edit articles for publication; cooperate with coworkers on group projects; handle sensitive inquiries from & contacts with officials & general public.

• Developed after employment

Competencies: Thinking Creatively, Working with Computers, Communicating with Supervisors, Peers & Subordinates

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability please contact Mohammad Yakubu, EEO Regional/Program Administrator at 614-265-6992 or mohammad.yakubu@dnr.ohio.gov.

Effective July 1, 2015 applicants must apply online for positions at all state agencies except the Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD).

STATUS OF POSTED POSITIONS: Applicants can view the status of this position by logging into their user profile on the Ohio Hiring Management System [OHMS] Home page at the following link careers.ohio.gov, and selecting "My Profile".

NOTES:

Selection devices, proficiency testing and/or assessments may be used to determine if an applicant meets and is proficient in the minimum qualifications for this position.

Applicants may attach the following document types: •Microsoft Word (.doc and .docx) •PDF (.pdf), •Plain Text (.txt) •Rich Text (.rtf)

Please do not upload attachments that have an anomaly or are password protected.

VERIFIABLE INFORMATION - Applicants must clearly identify how qualifications are met within the education and/or experience sections of the applications. All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application. Attachments will be considered as part of the application packet in addition to the fully completed civil service application, not in place of. Applicants may be required to submit transcripts or licensure(s) to support their application.

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.