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UNT Dining Administration, Graphic Design Specialist

 

 

UNT Dining Administration, Graphic Design Specialist

  • 514823
  • Denton, Texas, United States
  • Staff

Title: UNT Dining Administration, Graphic Design Specialist

Employee Classification: Graphic Design Specialist

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Student Affairs

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Dining Service

Department: UNT-Dining Services-163700

Job Location: Denton

Salary: salary commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
 
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
 
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
 

Department Summary

It’s About the Food!
Why work for UNT Dining? Our employees explain. – YouTube

As the largest self-supported food service department in North Texas, UNT Dining Services is setting the standard for campus dining. With five Dining Halls, more than 20 retail locations, an upscale restaurant, a hydroponic garden, a central scratch bakery, and full-service catering, the department is led by a team of professionally trained chefs and hospitality experts. UNT is recognized as a national leader in university dining, known for its innovative, trendsetting approach and award-winning culinary talent.

UNT Dining Services is home to Mean Greens Café, the nation’s first 100% vegan collegiate dining hall, and Kitchen West, Texas’ first and only university dining hall certified Free From™ the Big 8 food allergens and gluten. In 2021, UNT introduced Eagle Landing, the university’s first standalone dining hall, inspired by urban food halls and featuring seven distinct restaurant concepts—all available for a single Meal Plan swipe.

Recognized for excellence, UNT was ranked No. 2 nationwide for best college food by Delish.com. The department is also the proud recipient of the prestigious Loyal E. Horton Award and the Vegan Recipe Award from the National Association of College and University Food Services. As a founding member of the Menus of Change University Research Collaborative, UNT plays an active role in pioneering research on plant-forward diets, food waste reduction, and consumer food choices, all while advancing the principles of healthy, sustainable menus.

Position Overview

As the department’s lead graphic designer, this employee will spend most of their time on print and digital graphic design projects. They will also oversee our Social Media and lead part-time employee(s) who execute web-related assignments. This position is part of Dining Services in-house marketing team. We produce a variety of print and digital media in support of the university’s award-winning Dining program, including dining halls, retail venues, a casual upscale restaurant, central bakery, full service catering operation and meal plans.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree in related field and one year work experience in print, video, and/or electronic media production, or related field; or any equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Understanding of the principles, equipment, software, and practices of the field of media design and production. Must be highly competent in using Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop. Manual dexterity and physical ability to operate various items of media equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelors degree and/or 2 years of related experience. Experience maintaining a Modern Campus website is preferred but not critical.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

 

Job Duties

  • As the lead graphic designer on the team, this position produces a variety of print and digital creative projects using industry standard tools. 
    Serves as the primary team member overseeing our social media presence. They are in charge of creating a social media calendar, creating designs for posts, monitoring responses, benchmarking our presence on social media, etc. They can delegate these tasks to parttime designers, but must give them creative direction and initial feedback on their work before submitting it for approval. 
    Serves as a professional role model and guide to student employees on their work projects. 
    Uses positive techniques to motivate employees. Sets and achieves high standards with the team. Properly delegates tasks and projects. Provides appropriate feedback to subordinates. Comes to work regularly, maintains assigned work schedule. Follows procedures requesting leave and reporting absences, and provides necessary documentation/releases to work if necessary. 
    Understands job procedures, policies and responsibilities; keeps up to date technically; acts as a resources person on whom others rely for assistance. Accepts accountability for actions. 
    Identifies problems and analyzes causes; takes or recommends actions after evaluating alternative solutions; follows up to ensure problems are corrected. Generates alternative solutions when solving problems. 
    Develops strategies and work plans for accomplishing goals; organizes tasks in a logical sequence and identifies resources required. Capable of managing several assignments at the same time. Seeks new tools, job training, and learning opportunities 
    Communicates and produces solutions using appropriate style, format, spelling and grammar. Writes in a clear, concise manner, and is clear when communicating ideas orally. Exhibits listening skills and ensures the message is understood. Is receptive to feedback and constructive criticism. 
    Completes other tasks as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Hours of operations : 8:00AM- 5:00PM, some overtime as necessary

Driving University Vehicle

Yes

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.

 

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