GRAPHIC DESIGNER

The Position

Graphic Design Consultant

(Part-Time Hourly, Temporary)

Open date: 10/28/2026

Close date: 11/7/2026

Anticipated start date:12/1/2026

PENINSULA COLLEGES COMMITMENT TO EQUITY

Peninsula College is committed to fostering an inclusive campus community where every student and employee has access to the support and resources they need to succeed. We believe that respect, connection, and belonging are essential to learning and working well together.

Our Equity Standing Committee, with representation from across the college, guides ongoing work to review policies, practices, and professional learning to support equitable access and student and employee success. We collaborate with campus partners on continuous improvement toward a learning and working environment where everyone can thrive.

Redacted Review Hiring Process

At Peninsula College, we are committed to a fair and unbiased hiring process. To support this commitment, we use an application redaction process. Before your materials are reviewed by the screening committee, certain personal identifying details such as your name, the names of schools or organizations you attended, and affiliations that could unintentionally signal identity are removed. This helps reviewers focus on your skills, experience, and qualifications.

We encourage applicants to review their resumes and cover letters before submitting to ensure that your experience and accomplishments remain clear after redaction. If your materials rely on institution names or affiliations to explain your role, you may wish to describe the work and outcomes in your own words, so the impact is still visible to the screening committee.

Our goal is to support a hiring process that is consistent, equitable, and centered on the strengths you bring.

THE COLLEGE

Located in the northwest corner of the United States, Peninsula College is nestled in the foothills of the Olympic Mountains. The main campus in Port Angeles, Washington, overlooks the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the nearby city of Victoria, British Columbia, and has easy access to the Pacific Ocean, Olympic National Park, and Seattle. Port Angeles is two hours from Seattle and a one-hour ferry ride to Victoria, Canada. The College is honored to serve six sovereign American Indian nations in the region: Jamestown SKlallam, Lower Elwha Klallam, Quileute, Makah, Hoh, and Port Gamble SKlallam.

The College is honored to have strong relationships with these six federally recognized Tribes in the Colleges service district. The College is home to House of Learning, Peninsula College Longhouse. It is the first Longhouse in the nation to be built on a community College campus. The College offers transferable Indigenous language courses in Klallam/SKlallam, Makah and Quileute and Hoh languages. Instructional programs include a Tribal Homeland Security & Emergency Management certificate and an Integrated Indigenous Studies transfer pathway. The College is committed to doing more and taking future direction from the Tribes.

As a public comprehensive community college with baccalaureate-granting authority, Peninsula College is highly regarded by businesses, schools, and community partners for its culture of inclusiveness, innovation, high academic standards, and community engagement. The College is part of the 34-college Washington State Community and Technical College System and is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.

The College serves more than 2,500 students through its main campus and Port Townsend and Forks campuses, its correctional facilities, community education, and its online course offerings. The College community is vibrant, engaged, and known for its commitment to serving the diverse needs of the local communities across its 3,600 square mile service district.

The College culture is defined by its Guiding Principles and its shared governance model, which values respect, open and honest communication, integrity and collaboration. The College is a leader in the Guided Pathways work in Washington State and sees developing an equitable and socially just institution as a central part of that work. The College is highly regarded as a warm and welcoming place. Click here for a video about Peninsula College.

THE POSITION

Under the supervision of the Web Strategy & Creative Services Manager, the Graphic Design Consultant provides graphic design services as needed. Responsibilities include creating digital and print materials, which include but are not limited to flyers/posters, brochures, billboards, mailers, booklets, and digital display/advertising materials.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• As assigned, design print and digital marketing materials which align with Peninsula College brand standards and maintain a consistent visual identity.

• Collaborate with Marketing and Communications staff and campus departments to understand project goals, audiences, and communication needs.

• Translate complex information into clear, engaging, and visually appealing designs.

• Create and adapt designs for multiple formats and communication channels while maintaining visual consistency.

• Prepare files for professional printing and digital distribution, including appropriate formatting, sizing, resolution, and production specifications.

• Communicate, coordinate, and follow-up with printers, vendors, and other external partners on production requirements as needed.

• Maintain and organize design files, templates, logos, brand assets, and other creative resources.

• Update and revise existing marketing materials to ensure information and branding remain current.

• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously and meet established deadlines.

• Assist with photoshoots and photo archiving.

Duties of the position require knowledge and experience:

• One to two years of professional experience in graphic design.
• Demonstrated experience creating print and digital materials using Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience working within established brand standards and preparing materials for print and digital publication.
• A portfolio demonstrating graphic design skills and experience across a variety of projects.
• Ability to show screenshots of current or recent InDesign layouts you personally created and delivered to employer/client.

Relevant education, internships, freelance work, or other demonstrated design experience may substitute for professional work experience.

General Qualifications

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Demonstrated experience creating effective graphic design for print and digital communications.

• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. (Canva experience will not be considered.)

• Strong understanding of design principles, including typography, layout, color, composition, and visual hierarchy.

• Ability to apply established brand standards consistently across a variety of materials and platforms.

• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to receive feedback and work successfully with colleagues and clients.

Required physical abilities:

Work is performed in an office environment and requires standing and/or sitting and using computers and office equipment for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift approximately 40 lbs.

Required work schedule and work environment:

Position is normally scheduled Monday through Friday; normal hours of operation.

Required education or certificates:

None.

BACKGROUND CHECK:

Yes, prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.

EMPLOYMENT TERMS:

In compliance with the Immigration and Naturalization Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.

EMPLOYMENT PAY AND BENFITS INFORMATION

• Part-Time Hourly position.
• Anticipated starting hourly pay: $30 - $35 Depending on experience.

Part-Time Employee Benefits:

• The college supports professional development.
• Sick leave accrual is 4 hours per every 40 hours per month.

Washington State Law (WAC 357-04-045) for Part-Time Temporary Positions:

If you have held a part-time hourly, or temporary position, after July 1, 2022 within Peninsula College. You will NOT qualify for the position and cannot be considered.

The provisions of WAC 357-04-045 (WAC 357-04-045) requires:

• The employee is employed twelve consecutive months or less;
• The employee is employed for one thousand fifty hours (1050) or less in that same twelve consecutive month period which begins from the original date of hire or July 1, 2022, whichever is later; and
• The employee is limited to one appointment only with the same higher education employer that meets the criteria in (a) and (b) of this subsection.

Application Submission Procedure:

A complete application file will include:

• A college employment application
• A cover letter addressing specific qualifications of this position, and provide a one to two sentence statement on how you may be able to contribute to a culture of equity at Peninsula College
• A current resume
• Three current professional references qualified to assess your experience and ability to perform the duties specified. Please include references, email addresses and telephone numbers.

Application materials may be uploaded electronically, by mail, or email to:

Human Resources

Peninsula College

1502 E. Lauridsen Blvd.

Port Angeles, WA 98362

Phone: (360) 417-6298

Email: pchr@pencol.edu

Applications submitted electronically will be accepted without signatures.

Jeanne Clery Statement:

Notice of Availability of Annual Security Report-Peninsula Colleges Annual Crime/Security Report is available here, containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 360-417-6559.

Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment:

Peninsula College is compliant with Title IX best practices. For more information visit, Anti-Harassment and Nondiscrimination | Title IX.

Peninsula College does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, families with children, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, including gender identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities. Coordination of compliance is the responsibility of the Associate Director, Organizational Development & Compliance, Alex Lewis, ALewis@pencol.edu.

Requesting Accommodations for Employment:

Please contact the Peninsula College Human Resources office, 360-417-6298 or email pchr@pencol.edu to request for any accommodations.

Peninsula College is an equal opportunity employer.