Graphic Design Specialist

Position: Graphic Design Specialist
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Operations Director
Position Description: Design visual concepts to communicate information by hand or with computer software. Work with team members to create customer orders, enhance the scope of the Business Platform through a variety of different marketing strategies. RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Help with strategies and schedules to provide innovative ideas that create a competitive edge to meet customers’ and company goals
• Work with team members to design and print orders from customers and LifeSkills Connection company and subsidiaries
• Work with team members to build conceptual, strategic, and collaborative ideas to drive and improve marketing
• Greet and interact with customers to problem-solve; document complaints and develop an appropriate course of action
• Demonstrate ability to exercise good judgement and discretion in analyzing, and resolving issues and situations with minimal supervision
• Report problems to Operations Director when appropriate
• Assist with departmental projects as necessary, including, but not limited to website maintenance, direct email programs, and database management
• Ensure operation of office equipment, order maintenance when necessary; troubleshoot malfunction of office equipment
• Answer customer calls, take messages as needed; communicate with Operations Director as directed
• Communicate with team members and Operations Director on the completion of products and orders
• Provide general support to customers, walk-ins or phone calls, etc.
• Ensure projects are completed with high-quality and on schedule
• Assist with shipping and receiving process, as needed
• Perform other duties or special projects, as assigned

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent eye for detail
• Microsoft Proficient
• Work independently and efficiently
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Able to meet deadlines
• Good organizational skills
• Motivated to maintain and improve design standards
• Willing to listen to feedback and use it to improve
• Punctual and dependable
• Lift up to 50 pounds
• A flexible, creative, entrepreneurial spirit and a demonstrated passion for the mission, vision, and values of LifeSkills Connection Inc.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree in graphic arts, design, communications, or related field preferred
• One year experience in graphic design preferred
• Proficient in Access, MS Word, Excel, and Outlook

BENEFITS:

• Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance
• Full Health & Medical benefits (Dental, Health, Vision)
• 401k Retirement Plan, HSA, FSA
• Paid Holidays, PTO + More

LifeSkills Connection Inc. is committed to granting equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Human Resources, 833-311-1661 and hr@lifeskillsconnection.com for assistance.

Pay: $22.00 - $22.36 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Graphic Design: 1 year (Preferred)

Location:

• Carroll, IA 51401 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person