Position Title:

Graphics Specialist

Position Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Categories:

Staff Non-exempt

Job Summary:

Bucknell University is seeking a Graphics Specialist to edit, preflight, and produce a variety of graphic files. This role involves operating and maintaining printing, mounting, laminating, and finishing equipment, while ensuring all files follow brand standards and that final products meet quality expectations.

The successful candidate will respond to general department questions, assist customers with submitting graphic requests, review incoming requests, and recommend appropriate printing methods, finishing options, and materials. The Graphics Specialist will also prioritize, schedule, and complete requests using the print management system to create and manage work orders. Additional responsibilities include general office duties such as assisting customers in person and distributing campus mail.

Job Duties:

Reporting Relationship

This position will report to the Director of Publications, Print & Mail

Work Setting/Schedule

This position will be scheduled to work on-campus, Monday - Friday from 7:30am - 4:00pm. Occasional overtime may be required.

What You Will Do

• Operates small and large format printing, mounting, and laminating equipment. Performs routine maintenance and troubleshoots printers and cutter to finetune and effectively use the features and functions of the machine. Inspects finished pieces for quality. Prepares completed works for delivery or pickup and assist with graphic installation.

• Designs print and digital communications. Sets up files for printing and cutting specs. Pre-flights and makes necessary edits to customer provided files. Sends proofs of designed or edited files to customer for approval. Ensures that all projects adhere to established University brand standards.

• Responds to questions, orders, and requests submitted to Graphic Services. Reaches out to customers with questions about their orders or requests. Recommends printing, finishing, and stock options to creatively and effectively produce projects that best suit customers' needs.

• Reviews orders submitted via graphic service requests and the online storefront. Prioritizes work and schedule production to meet the specified deadlines.

• Greets all customers in a friendly and professional manner. Answers questions and performs while-you-wait requests. Assists customers with the pickup of completed work. Helps with the distribution of campus mail.

• The job description's listed responsibilities and tasks are not exhaustive, additional non-essential tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

What You Will Bring

Required

• High school diploma or GED, with a focus on graphic design or a related field

• Minimum of 2 years of related experience

Preferred, But Not Required

• 4 years of work in graphic design or a related field

Physical Requirements

• This position works in an office environment with no specific or unusual physical or environmental demands.

Job Exempt:

No

Salary Range:

17.16-21.45

The offer rate will be based on a review of the candidate's credentials compared to the qualifications of the position, internal equity, and our overall compensation philosophy. 

This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship at this time, all candidates must be authorized to work in the US at the time of submission of the application.

Benefits:

Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to):

• Flexible scheduling options determined by role; 
• Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
• An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
• Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!)
• Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
• A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
• A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card 

To learn more about Bucknell's benefits, click here! (*Eligibility criteria and waiting periods may apply.)

Inclusive Excellence:
Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community.  We endeavor to enhance our capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings.  We encourage all individuals to apply and do not discriminate in admissions, employment, educational programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.

E-Verify

Bucknell University participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program.  We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

For additional information regarding Bucknell's E-Verify requirements, please contact the office of Talent, Culture & Human Resources (570) 577-1631 or email hr@bucknell.edu.