Graphic Designer

AHPD OVERVIEW

The Arlington Heights Park District (AHPD) is a public park and recreation agency located in Arlington Heights, Illinois—one of the largest communities in Chicago's prestigious northwest suburban corridor. Our mission is to enrich the community by providing fun, accessible and impactful recreation and facilities for every age and season. However you choose to recreate, we have something for you. We aim to serve everyone equally and fairly across our 29 facilities—including five community centers with outdoor pools, Arlington Ridge Center, two tennis clubs, two public golf clubs, Lake Arlington, Arlington Heights Historical Museum and Senior Center—and 58 parks across 716 acres of land. In our 95-year history we have earned multiple distinctions recognizing our high-quality standards of excellence, including three National Gold Medal Awards, maintaining a Moody’s AAA bond rating for nine years and receiving multiple awards for fiscal responsibility.

GENERAL MARKETING AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT INFORMATION

Want to join a top-notch, dynamic team that is dedicated to bringing the FUN every day to Arlington Heights through high quality programs, facilities and open spaces? Join us and be on the forefront of several exciting district initiatives including a website rehaul, the celebration of our 100th year anniversary and launching a mobile app and more. The opportunities to be successful here are endless!

JOB SPECIFIC INFORMATION

The Arlington Heights Park District is seeking a Graphic Designer who is passionate about all things design! You’ll design our 3 seasonal program guides, create fun and engaging facility signage and promotional material and capture moments at special events, one of our 58 parks or programs. You’ll also have the opportunity to be on the forefront of exciting new branding initiatives including the District’s 100th year anniversary, park signage, park projects and so much more.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Minimum Associates Degree in Marketing, Graphic Design, Marketing Research, Integrated Marketing Communications or closely related field from an accredited college or university

Minimum of 2-3 years of demonstrated success in marketing, graphic design, marketing research or integrated marketing communications

Or, any equivalent combination of education, experience and training

Valid Illinois Class “D” Driver’s License

CPR and AED Certification required within six months of employment

BENEFITS WE OFFER

In exchange for your time and talent, we offer a generous benefit package, including:

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

Life Insurance (basic & voluntary additional coverage)

IMRF Defined Benefit Pension

Short- and Long-Term Disability (IMRF)

457 and ROTH 457 Defined Contribution Plans

Medical and Childcare Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (sick, vacation and Floating Holidays)

Credit Union

Park District facility and program discounts

Interested applicants may apply via our website at https://ahpd.bamboohr.com/careers/65?source=aWQ9MjQ%3D