THIS POSITION MAY BE TELEWORK ELIGIBLE ON A HYBRID BASIS.

About Us:

Investing in opportunities for Ohioans that work for every person and every family in every corner of our state is at the hallmark of Governor DeWine's agenda for Ohio's future. To ensure Ohio is "the best place to live, work, raise and family and start a business," we must have strong schools, a great quality of life, and compassion for those who need our help.

Ohio Department of Medicaid plays a unique and necessary role in supporting the governor's vision. As the single state Medicaid agency responsible for administering high-quality, person-centric healthcare, the department is committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of nearly one in every four Ohioans served. We do so by:

• Delivering a personalized care experience to more than three million people served.
• Improving care for children and adults with complex behavioral health needs.
• Working collectively with our partners and providers to measurably strengthen wellness and health outcomes.
• Streamlining administrative burdens so doctors and healthcare providers have more time for patient care.
• Ensuring financial transparency and operational accountability across all Medicaid programs and services.

What You Will Do at ODM:

Office: Communications

Classification: Electronic Design Specialist (PN 20097483)

Job Overview:

The Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) is seeking an experienced communications professional to be part of ODM's Office of Communication. As an Electronic and Digital Design Specialist, your responsibilities will include:

• producing computer-generated graphic design and visual communication services (e.g., internal and external web pages; executive presentations; special events; seminars) for ODM
• supporting internet and/or intranet website design and graphics
• creating print and multi-media design
• creating documents and templates (e.g., applies styles; inserts graphic images; inserts field codes, bookmarks and hyper-text links)
• designing publications using appropriate design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Word for Windows; or other desktop publishing software)
• supporting content development and execution with a focus on design for a variety of internal and external communications platforms such as social media platforms (e.g., Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram, newsletters, PowerPoint presentations, agency bulletins and flyers, and promotions

The ideal candidate will demonstrate impeccable attention to detail and have experience with software such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and WordPress/web content management. Video and photo editing experience is a plus.

What's in it for you:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period . Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Employee Development Funds

• The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee's salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Qualifications
36 mos. trg. or 36 mos. exp. in electronic graphic design; 12 mos. exp. with hyper-text markup language for website/web page design &/or development.

-Or completion of associate core program in graphic visual communication technology or multimedia production technology; 36 mos. trg. or 36 mos. exp. in website/web page creation, design &/or development.

-Or completion of undergraduate core program in visual communications with emphasis on graphic design/industrial design &/or fine arts; 24 mos. trg. or 24 mos. exp. in website/web page creation, design &./or development.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Graphic Arts

Technical Skills: Communications, Social Media Management, Visual Design

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Teamwork, Creativity