Metropolitan Council is hiring: Graphic Production Specialist in Minneapolis

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services.

More information about us on our website.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Metro Transit is one of the country's largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and provides more than 80 million rides a year through an integrated network of buses, light rail and commuter trains, as well as resources for those who carpool, vanpool, walk or bike in the Twin Cities.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

The Graphic Production Specialist supports the Creative Services team by overseeing the production process for various graphic materials. Collaborating closely with project managers, copywriters, and designers, this position prepares files for printing, produces printing specifications, obtains print bids, facilitates the production of printed materials, ensures the smooth execution of production tasks, and contributes to the overall success of creative projects.

Note: This position is eligible for a hybrid (both remote and onsite) telework arrangement. The candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin.

Responsibilities:

1. Assist the design team with production of printed and digital (static) deliverables to support customer communications, marketing efforts, agency operations, and employee communications:

• Coupons
• Employee manuals
• Certificates
• Downloadable passes
• Miscellaneous signage for internal and customer needs

• Insights (weekly)
• Connect (monthly)

• Seek out estimates for frequent project types.
• Work with Purchasing to set up purchase orders.
• Document annual purchase order process and outcomes.
• Ensure tracking reports are updated.

Minimum Requirements:

Any of the following combinations of progressively responsible experience in graphic production including fluency in the language of design and ability to create clean, printer-ready files and completed education in a recognized graphic production program:

• High school diploma/GED with five (5) years of experience.
• Associate degree or a two-year college/technical school certification with three (3) years of experience.
• Bachelor's degree or higher with one (1) year of experience.

Desired Qualifications:

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Strong knowledge of print production processes and technologies.
• Experience with file preparation, color management, and prepress workflows.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Experience fostering equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion competency and understanding.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail.
• Proven experience obtaining print bids and managing vendor relationships.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of electronic file production and printing processes.
• Knowledge of paper types, weights, sizes, finishes, grain and how those affect printing.
• Knowledge of printing terms, techniques and processes, such as die-cutting, varnishing, ink types, scoring, folding, stitching, and binding.
• Strong knowledge of Mac operating system, font management and file management, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Strong graphic design skills.
• Ability to quickly learn new software.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and change focus quickly if priorities change.
• Ability to collaborate with a wide variety of employee teams.
• Ability to present ideas and accept constructive criticism.

What you can expect from us:

• We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
• We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
• We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.

More about why you should join us!

Union/Grade: Non-Represented / Pay Grade E

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Safety Sensitive: No

Work Environment:

Work is performed in a standard office setting. Some positions may require travel between primary work site to other sites.

Recruitment Process:

1. We review your minimum qualifications.
2. We rate your education and experience.
3. We conduct a structured panel interview (includes a portfolio review).
4. We conduct a selection interview.

Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:

If you are new to the Metropolitan Council: you must pass a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council: you must pass a criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us.