PRINT SHOP MANAGER3797N1 Pay Grade: 29 DEFINITION OF WORK Summary This is management work in a print shop. Work includes overall responsibility for the print shop, including budget, procurement of supplies and public relations with the user community. Reports to a higher level administrator. Standard Classification Factors Supervision Received - Level D: "Under general direction…" Employees at this level are usually in charge of a large and important organizational unit. They plan and carry out assignments with little supervision. They report regularly to a superior, usually by means of occasional conferences, to discuss work progress or new problems which require advice from above. This designation will pertain to classes with a high order of independence. Difficulty - LEVEL C: Considerable… Duties which require a high degree of concentration because of the many factors which must be considered and weighed before a decision can be reached. Usually positions that require planning, developing, and coordinating programs and directing fairly large groups of people fall into this category. Complexity - LEVEL C: Work is of a standardized nature that may involve a variety of duties. Analytical thought becomes more important at this level due to increased data and changing situations. Tasks usually have several steps, some of which may not be directly related. Alternatives may exist for processes or methods to be used in solving problems. Workers at this level exercise a moderate amount of independent judgment. Work is controlled by routine review and reporting to or consultation with supervisors. When guidelines exist at this level, they tend to be more complicated or technical in nature requiring careful interpretation. Consequence of Actions or Decisions - LEVEL C: Consequences of actions or decisions at this level are limited in scope and effect as the work is reviewed occasionally. Errors may cause moderate inefficiency. Costs due to errors may be significant. Contacts - LEVEL B: The purpose of the contact is to plan, coordinate and advise on work efforts, interpret guidelines or instructions, elicit opinions or give guidance on the basis of facts to resolve common issues or problems when the information is not sensitive in nature or the individuals or groups are working toward mutual goals and have basically cooperative attitudes. Well developed communication skills are required. Physical Demands - LEVEL A: The work is predominantly sedentary and requires minimal or negligible physical exertion. The employee is normally seated; however, the nature of the work allows for periods of standing or walking at will. Environmental Conditions - LEVEL A: The work environment involves normal everyday hazards or discomforts typical of offices, meeting and training rooms, or libraries. Comfortable levels of temperature, ventilation, lighting and sound are inherent in the work environment. Exposure to deviations from pleasant environmental conditions is only occasional. The likelihood of injury is remote. Supervision/Leadership - LEVEL E: Involves scheduling, supervising and evaluating work as a "manager" of first line supervisors or as a "first line supervisor" of workers who perform distinct and separate blocks of work generally related as to purpose but requiring different processes and methods. Responsible for hiring and disciplinary actions which may or may not require the approval of a higher level of authority. Distinguishing Features Differs from the Print Shop Supervisor class in which the work is supervisory and first line managerial. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED Oversees, plans, and directs the activities of a modern printing plant; prepares or directs the preparation of cost estimates; establishes and coordinates methods and procedures for economical and efficient production. Confers with institution and departmental representatives on materials to be printed and the priorities and time limits involved, and prepares or directs the preparation of schedules accordingly. Supervises directly or through subordinate supervisors a large staff of employees engaged in pre-press preparation, pressroom, and binding operations; plans and directs formal and on-the-job training programs. Determines or assists in determining the kind, amount, and location of equipment; requisitions supplies, repair parts, and replacement or additional equipment; directs the cleaning, maintenance, and minor repair of equipment. Plans, develops and writes specifications for a wide range of printing and binding jobs to be contracted to commercial printing vendors as needed. Directs the preparation and maintenance of necessary records and reports. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS Knowledge *Knowledge of the standard practices, materials, processes and equipment used in photocomposition, offset printing and bookbinding. *Knowledge of the occupational hazards and the resulting precautions of the trade. *Knowledge of the principles and techniques of supervision. *Knowledge of the methods and practices used in the calculation of printing costs. *Knowledge of the papers, inks and other supplies used in offset printing. Abilities *Ability to plan, organize, direct and critique the work of employees producing printed materials. *Ability to determine the least expensive method of producing offset printed materials. *Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, administrative officials, associates and the public. *Necessary at Entry MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Six years of experience in the printing trade, including three years of supervisory experience. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency. NC: 12/87 |