Graphic Designer - Wake County, NC, United States

Agency · NC State Highway PatrolDivision · NC State Highway PatrolJob Classification Title · Graphic Designer II (S)Position Number · Grade · NC07About Us · The North Carolina State Highway Patrol's primary mission is to reduce collisions and make the highways of North Carolina a ...

Job description

Agency

NC State Highway Patrol

Division

NC State Highway Patrol

Job Classification Title

Graphic Designer II (S)

Position Number

Grade

NC07

About Us

The North Carolina State Highway Patrol's primary mission is to reduce collisions and make the highways of North Carolina as safe as possible. The NCSHP has more than 1,600 troopers who cover nearly 80,000 miles of North Carolina roadways, more than any other state except Texas. In addition to enforcing the state's traffic laws, state troopers also guide traffic during hurricane evacuations, re-route traffic around hazardous chemical spills, and they stand ready should any act of terrorism occur. State Troopers are committed to protecting North Carolina's motoring public.

Description of Work

Design the mission—one visual at a time.

The North Carolina State Highway Patrol is seeking a skilled and creative team member to join the Public Information Office as a Graphic Designer. The Graphic Designer supports department-wide marketing, recruitment, education, and public information initiatives by developing and producing high-quality visual design materials that advance the agency's mission.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $39,244 - $56,225 Salary Grade NC08

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This position is located at:

512 N. Salisbury Street

Raleigh, NC 27610

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.

Management Prefers:

• Thorough knowledge of design and visual design concepts and practices pertinent to the area of responsibility.

• Thorough knowledge of organizational principles of design and visual art elements and their application to professional visual communications.

• Ability to conceptualize and create visual design solutions, from initial concept development through final product delivery.

• Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently, managing priorities and deadlines effectively.

• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with clients and customers by listening, understanding, and responding to client and customer needs.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Design, develop, and produce professional graphic design assets to support department-wide recruitment, education, marketing, and public information initiatives.

• Create and execute visual communications across multiple formats, including digital, print, and presentation materials, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and messaging.

• Apply and enforce established brand identity standards consistently across all creative deliverables to maintain visual integrity and public trust.

• Collaborate with the Public Information Office and cross-functional stakeholders to translate communication objectives into effective visual solutions.

• Manage multiple design projects concurrently, from concept development through final production, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timeliness.

• Provide creative consultation and support to SHP sections, leadership, and program areas to ensure cohesive visual communication across platforms.

• Ensure quality control of all graphic design work, reviewing content for clarity, consistency, and adherence to branding and communication standards.

Position/Physical Requirements

• Typical work schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

• Requires a valid North Carolina Driver's License and the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle as assigned by the Department.

Note: Qualified recommended applicant(s) must undergo and successfully pass:

• Criminal Background Investigation

• Drug Screening Test

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

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.

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

OR

Associate's degree in visual/graphic design, commercial art, or a related area of assignment from an appropriately accredited institution and two (2) years of experience related to the area of assignment;

OR

High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and four (4) years of experience related to the area of assignment;

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Area of Assignment:
Creation and production of graphic and visual design materials to support recruitment, training, public information, marketing, and internal communications for the North Carolina State Highway Patrol across digital and print platforms.

The NC State Highway Patrol (NCSHP) 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.

The Mission of the North Carolina State Highway Patrol is to protect our State with integrity, loyalty, and professionalism. The North Carolina State Highway Patrol will excel as a national leader in public service through innovative law enforcement, strategic preparedness, and community engagement.

The primary purpose of the State Highway Patrol's Public Information Office is responsible for the development, coordination, and implementation of communications strategies and initiatives that advance the Department's mission and support internal and external stakeholders' awareness and understanding of the Department's policies and functions. Included in these responsibilities are the management of crisis communications, data and records requests, and state, national, and international media inquiries. The office manages the perception and branding of SHP, responds to public records requests, and coordinates external communications to stakeholders, partners, and the people of North Carolina. The director and deputy directors regularly must consult with the governor's office, managers, subject matter experts, legal counsel, and other agency leaders when working on projects, program development, or topics generating public and media interest. In addition, there is a continuous effort to educate the public and publicize the many services SHP provides and the exceptional work done by our employees. The role of the Public Information Office is to help ensure that there is consistent and accurate messaging across the Department.

While reporting to the Public Information Office, the Graphic Designer position will be responsible for department-wide marketing, recruiting, and educational efforts through creative design work. The SHP Graphic Designer is expected to have an excellent sense of design and know the role it plays in brand positioning and strategy. As a part of the department's creative team, the Graphic Designer is responsible for the overall quality of creative work and drives the creative vision for the entirety of the department.

We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace.  NCSHP 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 Resources
State of North Carolina Hiring Process Information here.

Be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit.  "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted. 

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. 

Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers.

If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date.

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.  Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.  
 

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 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), NCSHP is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, NCSHP 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 NCSHP that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) before or on the first day of employment.   We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).

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:

Monica L Lugo Garavito

Recruiter Email:

MONICA.LUGO-.GOV