Print Production Graphic Designer / Arts Professional II - Hybrid

Print Production Graphic Designer / Arts Professional II - Hybrid

Salary: $53,400.00 - $60,000.00 Annually

Location: Denver, CO

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: AAA-01599-031026

Department: Department of Personnel & Administration

Division: Division of Central Services

Opening Date: 03/13/2026

Closing Date: 3/30/2026 11:59 AM Mountain

FLSA: Determined by Position

Type of Announcement: This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Primary Physical Work Address: Eligible for a hybrid flexible work assignment within Colorado but must work on site at 1001 E. 62nd Ave., A-18 | Denver, CO 80216 as necessary to meet business needs.

Hiring Pay Rate: While a salary range is posted for this position, any job offer is based upon a salary analysis to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and state service as compared to others doing substantially similar work. While all offers are compliant with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, there is no guarantee an offer will be at the top of the posted range based on the salary analysis.

How To Apply: Please submit an online application for this position at the State of Colorado careers website. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

Description of Job: Integrated Document Solutions (IDS) is a full-service, end-to-end document management operation. IDS advises, assists, and supports each agency's needs, providing a wide variety of cost-efficient document solutions at a professional level. Our service solutions range from business cards, graphic design, scanning and data conversion to print, mail, fulfillment and warehousing. IDS partners with each agency to offer services tailored to each program's needs and budget. Since IDS provides so many business services/solutions in-house, it is relatively simple to integrate these services into a seamless operation for agencies, resulting in more efficient processes and lower costs. IDS is also the Colorado State Printer and Branding Office.

Art Professional II This position independently performs professional graphic design work, exercising creativity, and sound judgment while adhering to organizational standards, state regulations, and program goals.

Manages pre-press production and executes a diverse range of design projects, including, brochures, annual reports, large-format materials, tradeshow displays, digital assets, infographics, and video content.

Designs and produces visual communication materials using Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat, Photoshop) on a Mac workstation within a cross-platform environment.

Creates a wide range of professional Graphic Design tasks, requiring discretion and creativity within the bounds of professional standards, program and organizational State goals, regulations, and systems.

This position will follow brand guidelines, and is well-versed in accessibility. In 2021, The Colorado Laws For Persons With Disabilities passed. All digital work must meet or exceed requirements for WCAG 2.2 criteria.

Makes process-level decisions within established guidelines.

Applies industry standards to complex assignments, anticipating impacts.

Serves as a subject matter resource when needed, and collaborates with internal IDS stakeholders to ensure project success.

Uses strong evaluative and aesthetic judgment to deliver tailored solutions, guide customers through the design process, and provide exceptional customer service.

Demonstrates a commitment to efficiency and continuous improvement by proactively identifying process enhancements and leveraging advanced technologies to streamline workflows and optimize production outcomes.

A summary of the duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

Pre-press Print Production - Reviews client-provided files as they are received and prepares them for print. Flags and resolves potential printing issues in the production phase and coordinates with the Production team to achieve a smooth printing process.

Graphic Design Services - Designs and produces visual communication in a cross-platform environment. Maintains records, job logs and backup computer files of projects by utilizing a system of forms and files developed by this unit. Produces projects and coordinates with clients with regard to desired product, budget and deadline, ensuring compliance with brand standards and guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Skills-Based Hiring This position is advertised in line with the Governor's executive order focused on skills-based hiring practices that focuses on the knowledge, skills, and abilities specific to the job and aligns the hiring process accordingly. Skills-based hiring reduces potential barriers for applicants and allows for reduced bias in the hiring process by providing a direct description of skills that are unique to the duties assigned to the position with a recognition that the applicant may have developed these skills through education, training or past experiences.

Residency Requirement:

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code & Classification Description:

H3U4XX

ARTS PROFESSIONAL II

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience Only:

At least four (4) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position.

OR

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to at least four (4) years.

The exceptional candidate will possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following preferred qualifications:

Previous State Service related to the work assigned to the position

BFA (Bachelor in Fine Arts or Graphic Design)

Highly proficient in both the creation and production of files in print and digital media

Experience in video creation and editing

Creative portfolio showcasing broad experience

Accessibility skills and knowledge

Customer service experience

Ability to skillfully guide a customer through the design process

Conditions of Employment:

A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.

Travel: Within the State for meetings and conferences

Appeal Rights:

An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.

As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director. Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department's action.

For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules.

Employment Philosophy: The State of Colorado strives to build and maintain workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans. We are building a Colorado for All through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is committed to non-discriminatory practices in hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

Accommodations : The Department of Personnel & Administration is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Heather Siegal heather.siegal@state.co.us

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