GRAPHICS SPECIALIST
Community College Professional 16
12-Month, Tenure-Track Position

ANTICIPATED START DATE:  March 2019

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of professional experience in graphic design, desktop publishing, print and related media design, and project management with proven track record of success in producing layout and design, designing and preparing documents and production schedules and excellent customer service.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

• Mastery of graphic design software;
• Ability to produce visual and print media and artwork for institutional use;
• Strong writing skills;
• Ability to work effectively with a culturally and ethnically diverse population;
• Strong project management and customer service skills.

SUBSTITUTION ALLOWED:  Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications as stated are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position and provide appropriate references. Exceptions to the degree requirements may be made for compelling reasons.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  Knowledge of Adobe Suite, particularly In-Design, Illustrator and Photoshop; MAC proficient. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:  Under the direction of the Marketing Coordinator, the Graphics Specialist is accountable for graphic arts and print media design, developing and producing visual and print publications, collaborating with other communications staff in the development of effective, useful communications for the college’s internal and external publics.

The Graphics Specialist will be required to serve on assigned committees and/or task forces and attend and participate at convocation and commencement ceremonies, department and special meetings, and state-mandated trainings.  Work schedule may include evenings and weekends.

ANNUAL SALARY:  $53,774.00 approximate annual salary, with full benefits package.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:  To apply, you must submit a cover letter and resume via the HCC Careers Portal at https://careers.housatonic.edu.  Incomplete submissions will not be considered and links to other sources to view resumes are not acceptable.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  FEBRUARY 16, 2019

All employment, if offered, is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under the requirement of the Immigration and Control Act (IRCA) and the successful passing of a background check.

Other employment opportunities currently available at Housatonic Community College...

• Academic Associate – Science Labs  $53,774*
• Child Development Teacher  $58,035*
• Instructor of Biology  $57,515*
• Instructor of History  $57,515*
• Instructor of Mathematics and Statistics $57,515*
• Manufacturing Technology Instructor $58,035-$63,093*
• Media Specialist $58,035*
• Director of Counseling & Wellness $68,419*  ~coming soon~
• Workforce Development and Continuing Education Coordinator  $63,093* ~coming soon~

*approximate annual salary plus benefits 

Please visit the HCC Careers Portal at https://careers.housatonic.edu/ to learn about our current openings (qualifications, deadlines, salary information, etc.) and other employment opportunities.

Housatonic Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of intellectual disability, learning disability or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or criminal record. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Theresa Eisenbach, Equal Employment Opportunity Officer
900 Lafayette Boulevard
Bridgeport, CT 06604
Telephone: (203) 332-5013

 

HCC is a Member of the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities
An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages the application of women, minorities and persons with disabilities